The Jew by Józef Ignacy Kraszewski
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About this eBook
| Author | Kraszewski, Józef Ignacy, 1812-1887 |
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| Translator | Da Kowalewska, Linda |
| Uniform Title | Zyd. English |
| Title | The Jew |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by google books |
| Summary | "The Jew" by Józef Ignacy Kraszewski is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story intricately weaves themes of identity, exile, and cultural belonging through the experiences of Jewish characters, notably Jacob Hamon, a Jew from Poland, and Jean Huba, a young Polish nobleman in exile. The narrative likely explores their journeys and interactions with a diverse cast, including other exiles and travelers, highlighting their struggles with societal acceptance and their quest for understanding. At the start of the novel, readers find themselves in the bustling inn of Sestri-Ponente, where a wide array of travelers congregates, including the frail newcomer, a Jewish exile who collapses from exhaustion and hunger. This incident sparks a sense of camaraderie among the patrons, who come together to assist him. The primary characters are introduced in this context: Jacob, an introspective Jew who feels the weight of his heritage, and Ivas, a Polish nobleman who grapples with his identity. Their conversations touch on their shared struggles and the burdens of exile, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of their lives and the societal challenges they face, as they all converge towards the promise of connection and community amidst their personal hardships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Jews -- Fiction |
| Subject | Polish fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37621 |
| Release Date | Oct 4, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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