Life and Death, and Other Legends and Stories by Henryk Sienkiewicz
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| Author | Sienkiewicz, Henryk, 1846-1916 |
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| Translator | Curtin, Jeremiah, 1835-1906 |
| Title | Life and Death, and Other Legends and Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Life and death: a Hindu legend -- Is he the dearest one? -- A legend of the sea -- The cranes -- The judgment of Peter and Paul on Olympus. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Life and Death, and Other Legends and Stories" by Henryk Sienkiewicz is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This book delves into various themes, weaving together elements of mythical storytelling with moral and philosophical reflections, exploring the concepts of life, love, and mortality. Sienkiewicz, a renowned Polish author known for his historical novels, employs a poetic narrative style that adds depth to the legends presented. The collection opens with the titular tale, "Life and Death," which presents a Hindu legend where two realms—Life and Death—exist in parallel, governed by deities Vishnu and Siva. As humans navigate their existence filled with toil and weariness, they are drawn to the serene allure of Death. The dialogue between the gods reveals profound insights into the nature of happiness and suffering. Other stories, such as "Is He the Dearest One?" and "A Legend of the Sea," focus on familial love, sacrifice, and the struggle against nature’s forces. Through vivid imagery and rich symbolism, Sienkiewicz crafts a narrative that resonates with universal truths, showcasing the interplay between joy and sorrow, urging readers to contemplate their own experiences of life and death. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Polish fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35736 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 92 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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