Qui ne connaît les héros de cette somptueuse reconstitution des temps néroniens ? Qui n'a revé ou frémi en imaginant leurs exploits ou leurs forfaits, bien avant que le cinéma n'eut fixé leurs traits ? Néron et l'incendie de Rome, la vie des premiers chrétiens dans les catacombes, les jeux sanglants du cirque, le combat singulier du géant Ursus contre un buffle sauvage sont depuis longtemps légendaires. La présente édition ne se contente pas de restituer la traduction intégrale du plus célebre roman historique de notre temps. Elle guide le lecteur d'aujourd'hui dans les arcanes de la Rome impériale et constitue sans doute une introduction vivante et sure a la littérature et a la civilisation latines.
Henryk Sienkiewicz Livres
Henryk Sienkiewicz fut un journaliste et romancier polonais célébré pour ses épopées narratives historiques. Il s'efforça méticuleusement de recréer l'authenticité de la langue historique dans ses œuvres, situant souvent ses récits à l'époque de la République des Deux Nations. Ses romans se caractérisent par des représentations vivaces du passé et des personnages captivants, ce qui lui valut une reconnaissance internationale et le Prix Nobel de Littérature pour ses mérites exceptionnels en tant qu'écrivain épique.







This powerful novel, "a Polish Gone with the Wind" (New York Times Book Review), is set in the 17th century and follows the struggle of the kingdom of Poland to maintain its unity in the face of the Cossack-led peasant rebellion. Foreword by James Michener.
The Knights of the Cross
- 776pages
- 28 heures de lecture
This antiquarian book offers a facsimile reprint of an original work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. The commitment to cultural preservation is emphasized, making this edition a valuable resource for literature enthusiasts. It aims to provide an affordable, high-quality version that remains true to the original text, ensuring accessibility to important literary works.
Pan Michael
- 730pages
- 26 heures de lecture
Focusing on Pan Michael Volodyovski, the final installment of the Trilogy delves into his character with greater depth and intimacy. The narrative explores his personal struggles, relationships, and the complexities of his role within the larger historical context. As the story unfolds, readers are invited to witness his journey and the challenges he faces, culminating in a rich portrayal of bravery and honor amidst the backdrop of tumultuous times.
On the Field of Glory: Historical Novel
- 160pages
- 6 heures de lecture
"On the Field of Glory" is a historical novel by the Polish author Henryk Sienkiewicz. The novel tells a story of a young impoverished Polish nobleman and his love for a young aristocratic woman. The story is set during the reign of King John III Sobieski up to the eve of the Battle of Vienna.
The Knights of the Cross - Volume 1
- 428pages
- 15 heures de lecture
Volume: 1 Publisher: Boston: Little, Brown, and Company Publication date: 1900 Subjects: Teutonic Knights Crusades Poland -- History Jagellons, 1386-1572 Fiction Notes: This is an OCR reprint. There may be numerous typos or missing text. There are no illustrations or indexes. When you buy the General Books edition of this book you get free trial access to Million-Books.com where you can select from more than a million books for free. You can also preview the book there.
Henryk Sienkiewicz's 'Through the Desert' is an engaging 19th-century adventure novel set in North Africa. It follows travelers navigating the harsh desert, exploring themes of survival, friendship, and perseverance. With rich imagery and deep human insights, Sienkiewicz offers a thought-provoking journey that captivates readers.
Life and Death, and Other Legends and Stories, has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.
Quo Vadis: A Story of St. Peter in Rome in the Reign of Emperor Nero
- 326pages
- 12 heures de lecture
Quo Vadis is a historical novel written by Henryk Sienkiewicz. "Quo vadis, Domine?" is Latin for "Where are you going, Lord?" and appears in Chapter 69 of the novel in a retelling of a story from the apocryphal Acts of Peter, in which Peter flees Rome but, on his way, meets Jesus and asks him why he is going to Rome. Jesus says, "If thou desertest my people, I am going to Rome to be crucified a second time", which shames Peter into going back to Rome to accept martyrdom.