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The knights of the cross (Second Half)

The knights of the cross (Second Half)

Sienkiewicz, Henryk

Paperback

General European History

ISBN10: 9389265800
ISBN13: 9789389265804
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jun 29 2019
Pages: 358
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.80 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Medieval Eastern Europe is on the edge of eruption. In this second half of Henryk Sienkiewicz's The Knights of the Cross, private loyalties collide with public vows as the Teutonic Knights crusade tightens its grip and the Poland Lithuania alliance gathers resolve. Steel, faith, and hard choices. Written with the sweep of unabridged historical fiction and the moral intensity of a great romance of chivalry, honour and duty, this translated European literature classic balances page-turning momentum with a keen sense of how nations are forged in conflict. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today -- a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Sienkiewicz, celebrated worldwide by Quo Vadis readers, helped define modern Polish historical fiction; The Knights of the Cross remains one of his most influential works, rooted in 15th century Poland and the wider medieval Eastern Europe crossroads. For world history fiction fans, it offers a vivid lens on power, belief, and identity; for classic literature students, it is a masterclass in pacing, character-driven stakes, and historical imagination. This illustrated classic edition is also a satisfying addition to any library: a handsome way to revisit a cornerstone of European storytelling, and an absorbing choice for War and Peace fans who want epic scale with a sharper, crusading edge. For casual readers, the drama stays intimate; for collectors, it endures as a durable classic of translated European literature, made to share.

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