Sielanka: An Idyll by Henryk Sienkiewicz
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About this eBook
| Author | Sienkiewicz, Henryk, 1846-1916 |
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| Translator | Bullick, Thomas H. |
| Translator | Hlasko, Vatslaf A. |
| Title | Sielanka: An Idyll |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Sielanka: an idyll -- Orso. |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Sielanka: An Idyll" by Henryk Sienkiewicz is a poetic narrative written during the late 19th century. The book can be categorized as a novella that evokes the simplicity and beauty of rural life, focusing on the themes of love and connection with nature. Set against the backdrop of a tranquil forest, it explores the lives of ordinary characters, highlighting their interactions with the enchanting natural world around them. The story centers on Stephan, a forester, and his daughter Kasya, who lead a peaceful life in a secluded glade. As the narrative unfolds, the innocent love between Kasya and John, a young turpentine worker, blossoms amid their idyllic surroundings. Their adventures include gathering herbs for the church, singing together, and experiencing the serene joys of nature. As the pair navigates their emotions, the idyllic setting serves both as a backdrop and a catalyst for their budding relationship, culminating in a deeply spiritual moment when they kneel to pray as the Angelus bell chimes in the distance. The novella captures the essence of innocence, love, and the beauty of the natural world, making it a timeless exploration of simplicity and depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29305 |
| Release Date | Jul 4, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 41 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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