The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance by Henryk Sienkiewicz

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Author Sienkiewicz, Henryk, 1846-1916
Translator Binion, Samuel Augustus, 1853-1914
Title The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Thomas Berger, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Knights of the Cross, or Krzyzacy: Historical Romance" by Henryk Sienkiewicz is a historical romance novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds during the Middle Ages, focusing on the turbulent period of the conquest of pagan Lithuania by the Knights of the Cross, highlighting themes of national identity, conflict, and feudal loyalty. The narrative is woven around the characters Macko of Bogdaniec and his nephew Zbyszko, who embark on a journey steeped in the valor and struggles of their time, against the backdrop of a war-torn nation. At the start of "The Knights of the Cross," readers are introduced to an inn, where a group of characters—including a military man, townsmen, and noblemen—gather to listen to tales of war and adventure. Macko of Bogdaniec recounts his experiences in war while introducing his young nephew, Zbyszko, who aims to prove himself as a knight. They discuss upcoming tournaments and the potential for glory, as Zbyszko has made a vow to capture enemy crests as tokens of his bravery. The atmosphere shifts when a princess and her court arrive at the inn, marking a significant turn in their story, revealing both personal ambitions and the political tensions of the era. The opening chapters set the stage for a rich narrative filled with feudal loyalties, romance, and the mental landscapes of knights as they navigate their fates amidst the looming threat of warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Teutonic Knights -- History -- Fiction
Subject Poland -- History -- Jagellons, 1386-1572 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 9473
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 20, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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