On the Field of Glory (Annotated): Enriched Edition. Historical Novel

On the Field of Glory is Henryk Sienkiewicz's late historical romance, set in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth on the eve of Jan Sobieski's great struggle against the Ottoman Empire. Through scenes of manor life, courtship, feasting, quarrel, and military expectation, the novel evokes the ethos of the szlachta—its piety, pride, courage, and volatility. Written in Sienkiewicz's richly pictorial, archaizing prose, it belongs to the same patriotic tradition as his Trilogy, though it is more elegiac and preparatory than climactic. Sienkiewicz, born in 1846 in Russian-partitioned Poland, became the foremost literary guardian of Polish historical memory. Journalist, traveler, and Nobel laureate, he repeatedly turned to the national past to console and fortify readers living without political independence. On the Field of Glory reflects his lifelong conviction that history, imaginatively reconstructed, could preserve communal dignity and moral confidence. This book is recommended to readers interested in historical fiction as national epic, especially those drawn to seventeenth-century Europe, chivalric culture, and the literary uses of memory. Though unfinished in its larger design, it offers a compelling entrance into Sienkiewicz's world of honor, faith, romance, and impending war.

This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience. - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

© 2019 e-artnow (E-bog): 9788026899655

Oversættere: Jeremiah Curtin

Udgivelsesdato

E-bog: 11. januar 2019