Sintflut thematisiert den Schwedisch-Polnischen Krieg zwischen 1655 und 1657. Im Jahr 1655 beginnt das schwedische Heer eine Invasion auf Polen und wird dabei von einem Teil des polnischen Adels unterstützt, der den König stürzen will. Zu denjenigen, die sich verzweifelt der Invasion entgegenstellen, zählt der leidenschaftliche Andrzej Kmicic, der auf dem Schlachtfeld bittere Erfahrungen sammeln muss, aber durch seine Liebe zu Olenka und zu seiner Heimat immer wieder neue Kraft gewinnt. Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846-1916) war ein polnischer Schriftsteller und Träger des Nobelpreises für...

Set in the 17th century, With Fire and Sword is a historical fiction novel. During the Khmelnytsky Uprising in Poland, epic plots and heroic scenes take place and lift the heart of a struggling nation. One of the most popular Polish books ever written!

"Through The Desert" is a heart-melting story of two teenagers, a Polish boy Stas and a British girl Nell kidnapped by Mahdi's followers (African gangsters). They were brought through the desert by force, surviving through hunger and the dangers of wild Africa. It is an extremely interesting story for readers of any age.

Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846-1916) war ein polnischer Schriftsteller und Träger des Nobelpreises für Literatur. Inhalt: - Komödie der Irrungen - Jagd nach dem Glück - Auf dem "großen Wasser" - Der Leuchtturmwächter - Waldidyll - Seemanns-Legende - Der Organist von Ponkila - Orso - An der Quelle

"Pan Michael" is a historical novel by the Polish author Henryk Sienkiewicz, published in 1888. It is the third volume in a series known to Poles as "The Trilogy", being preceded by "With Fire and Sword" (1884) and "The Deluge" (1886). The novel's protagonist is Michael Volodyovski who has retired to a monastery after the death of his wife Anna. His friends, however, are convinced that the warrior's fighting days are not yet over, especially with the Tartars' invasion of the kingdom. They set out to convince him to take back his sword and fight.

On the Field of Glory by Henryk Sienkiewicz is a powerful historical novel set during the tumultuous times of ancient Rome. The book follows the journey of a young soldier named Marcus Vinicius as he navigates love, war, and betrayal. Sienkiewicz's writing style is captivating, with vivid descriptions of battles and political intrigue that immerse the reader in the world of ancient Rome. The novel is a classic example of historical fiction, providing insight into the social norms and values of the time period. Readers will be drawn into the gripping storyline and complex characters that...

Quo Vadis is a historical novel written by Henryk Sienkiewicz. "Quo vadis, Domine?" is Latin for "Where are you going, Lord?" and appears in Chapter 69 of the novel in a retelling of a story from the apocryphal Acts of Peter, in which Peter flees Rome but, on his way, meets Jesus and asks him why he is going to Rome. Jesus says, "If thou desertest my people, I am going to Rome to be crucified a second time", which shames Peter into going back to Rome to accept martyrdom.

"Lillian Morris, and Other Stories", is a book written by Henryk Sienkiewicz, one of Poland's finest writers. The author, Henryk, created a mood including realistic scenes in these four stories. The book features a collection of short stories. The skill displayed in this book leaves one so curious to find the author.

'Quo Vadis?'' ist ein Roman des polnischen Schriftstellers Henryk Sienkiewicz, der die Anfänge des Christentums in Rom zur Zeit Neros beschreibt. Er wurde 1895 erstmals veröffentlicht. Inspiriert wurde Sienkiewicz von einer alten Legende über eine Begegnung des Apostels Petrus mit Jesus. Zur Inhalt: Der Roman erzählt die Liebesgeschichte zwischen dem jungen Patrizier Marcus Vinicius und Lygia, einer Königstochter vom Volk der Lygier, die als Geisel nach Rom kam. Sie ist Christin. Allmählich geraten die Liebenden in den Strudel der Ereignisse um die Christenverfolgungen im Jahr 64 unter...

Henryk Sienkiewicz's 'With Fire and Sword' is a historical fiction novel set in the mid-17th century during the Khmelnytsky Uprising in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. The book follows the story of a young Polish nobleman, Jan Skrzetuski, as he navigates love, war, and political intrigue. Sienkiewicz's rich and vivid descriptions bring the tumultuous period to life, immersing the reader in a world of shifting alliances and brutal conflicts. The novel is a sprawling epic that captures the essence of a critical moment in Eastern European history, blending fact with fiction in a masterful...