The Teutonic Knights

by Henryk Sienkiewicz

Overview

"The Teutonic Knights" by Henryk Sienkiewicz immerses readers in the historical conflict between Poland and the Teutonic Order in the 15th century. This majestic narrative explores valor, betrayal, and the fierce patriotic spirit of the Poles. Follow characters like the brave knight Zbyszko and his beloved Danusia as they navigate the tumultuous landscape shaped by battle and political intrigue. Rich in historical detail and epic in scope, this novel paints a vivid portrait of medieval warfare and enduring love.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781787360372
Publisher:	Interactive Media
Publication date:	09/07/2019
Series:	World Classics
Sold by:	StreetLib SRL
Format:	eBook
File size:	1 MB

Editorial Reviews

The dawn of the 15th century presaged one of the epic battles in central Europe. The Order of Teutonic Knights ruled Prussia with an iron fist and plundered its neighbors. The Polish-Lithuanian Kingdom, a confederation wary of the Order, was reluctant to fight yet possessed the era's fiercest knights. Among these, Macko of Bogdaniec and his nephew, Zbyszko, are catalysts in the events leading to war. When the Order kidnaps Zbyszko's wife, their gallant search for her inspires all the Polish knights, and their victories set the stage for a broader conflagration. In his final work, Sienkiewicz ( Fire in the Steppe , LJ 6/1/92) tells a classic tale of knights-errant and chivalric love, of vast powers struggling in the early historic battles of his beloved Poland. His consistent themes of faith, honor, love, and duty mark his unstinting belief that greatness exists within each individual and that from great individuals arise great nations. Recommended for public and academic libraries.-- Paul E. Hutchison, Bellefont, Pa.

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