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Quo Vadis A Narrative of the Time of Nero

1 review
Henryk Sienkiewicz

IndyPublish, 2002

Quo Vadis is a Must Have
It's a little hard to get into if you're not used to old English, but soon I was totally caught up in the story. It begins with Petronius (a 'friend' of the Emperor Nero, known for his elegant taste) is speaking with his nephew Marcus Vinicius. His nephew goes on to relate the story of his meeting Lygia, a beautiful, foreign girl. The two conspire to bring Lygia to Marcus's house, but they do not ...

Quo Vadis

2 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Norilana Books, 2006

A must-read, in Polish or in translation
Probably one of the greatest books ever written in Polish. Makes one see why Sienkiewicz received a Nobel Prize in literature. Great story, set in 1st century Rome during the persecution of the first Christians. Its themes are timeless: finding good in the midst of evil, faith and the presence of God in dark times, true love versus lust. Beautifully written and compelling.

Without Dogma

1 review
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Wildside Press, 2004

Very different book from Sienkiewicz, but I loved it!
First of all, this book is nothing like the Trilogy or "Quo Vadis". It's not an action-packed, Romanticist epic, the tone is more restrained, and the pacing is much slower. "Without Dogma" is really a psychological novel in which the storytelling is done through the thoughtful diary entries of the main character (Leon). I won't delve into the story too much since I don't want to give anything ...

With Fire and Sword, Vol. 1

4 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz, Samuel A. Binion

Fredonia Books (NL), 2002

one of the best historical novels ever
If you've read only "Quo Vadis" (or not even that one) by Sienkiewicz, you must read this one. It's not set in the same time but much later, in the Medieval Poland, a strange mix of civilisation (it was the only real democracy in those times' Europe - even the king was elected by poll!) and savagery. The Chistian Pollons - the most fervent of Catholics even now - of the Middle Eve show alternate ...

With Fire and Sword

47 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Collier Books, 1993

A great book, but the translation could be better
I've read Kuniczak's translation of the Trilogy and greatly enjoyed it. It was my introduction to Seinkiewicz. However, while reading it, it seemed somehow incoherent, like something was missing. It also seemed impossible that the companions of Zagloba would be so credulous of his boasting. I went and found a copy of the 1890 translation of the Trilogy by Jeremiah Curtin. What a difference! ...

In Desert & Wilderness

8 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Hippocrene Books, 1994

Wow! Literature doesn't get better than this!
I think people who read this book and see nothing but a kids story are totally missing what this book is all about! However, the plot is so strong that one can easily understand how it could be read for sheer enjoyment alone. I've been on a Sienkiewicz reading spree for a while and have to say that this is the best thing I've read by this extraordinarily talented writer. I'd have to place this ...

Deluge

1 review
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Scholarly Pr, 1981

The Polish War and Peace
An absolutely brilliant book written about the Swedish/Polish war in the 16th century. Fast paced action with super-hero characters. Would make a great movie. Characterization excellent, characters multi-dimensional and flawed, but in end redeemed. First 100 pages or so difficult for me because of the long Polish names and unknown geography, but after this I fell under the novel's spell and ...

Pan Michael

2 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Fredonia Books (NL), 2002

Pan Michael (previously released as "Fire in the Steppe" etc
A wonderful read, "Pan Michael" rounds out the Trilogy that has bridged stylistic centuries and proven there is an ageless recipe for plot, drama, character and objective. NO reader, regardless of ethnic background can fail to feel for the incredibly detailed main characters in this novel, such as Pan Michael or the daring woman, Basha. Action is not stinted and combines with the other elements ...

On the Field of Glory

3 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Hippocrene Books, 2000

I wish the trilogy had been written!
First of all, as much as I love this book, I'd suggest that the first Henryk Sienkiewicz book a person should read be either Quo Vadis or With Fire and Sword. They are long but worth it. This book - incredible as it is - is almost just a fragment compared with the giant scale and spirit of his other books that I've read. Even so, it is head and shoulders above most literature in so many ...

With Fire and Sword, Vol. 2: A Tale of the Past

3 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz, Samuel A. Binion

Fredonia Books (NL), 2002

Ignore the Ukrainian axe grinders, the book is great
This is a fantastic book that comes highly recommended, as you will see by reading the full set of 40+ reviews. There are about 3 Ukrainian-Americans, however, who have gone through every review and panned it out of ethnic axe grinding. A shame. Whatever you view on its historical accuracy (it's a novel folks), the values of true honor the book endorses are universal, and the story is a page ...

The Deluge

17 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Little Brown & Co (T), 1993

Outstanding, with lessons for today
The stormy romance between Andei Kmicic and Olenka Billevich seems like an allegory of the relationship between the Polish szlachta and Poland itself. The petty squabbling, quarreling, and self-serving behavior of the szlachta alienates them from their country as Kmicic's headstrong and reckless behavior alienates him from the woman he loves. "It seemed to Kmita then that Poland and Olenka were ...

The Teutonic Knights

22 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz, Miroslaw Lipinski

Hippocrene Books, 1993

Sienkiewicz, Poland's National Hero of Literature
The sheer volume of this book was in itself discouraging. The amount of information contained in this book was just staggering. It really took an effort to remember the name of each character, the name of the towns they visited and to follow the intricate plot as the story unfolds in the chaos created by the Teutonic Knights in Central and Eastern Europe. It was all well worth the effort, ...

The Knights of the Cross (Large Print Edition): or, Krzyzacy - a Historical Romance

2 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz

BiblioBazaar, 2006

Sienkiewicz is brilliant
I have read all of the Sienkiewicz's books... they are all amazing. Story is great and the history accurate.

Fire in the Steppe [Pan Wolodyjowski] (The Trilogy, Book III)

15 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Copernicus Society of America / Hippocrene Books, 1992

Wonderful Epics and Don't be Afraid of Epics
I am not Polish or of Polish descent nor does one have to be to read and enjoy these masterpieces. I could not put down any of the books in this series. The heroes, the villians and the women were enthralling. I particularly enjoyed the Catholic Christian aspect of the books and the importance of the spiritual to the soldiers involved. I would most highly recommend Sienkiewicz to any person who ...

The Little Trilogy

2 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Hippocrene Books, 1995

Two out of three ain't bad when they're this good.
"The Little Trilogy" is three loosely related stories from the pen of Henryk Sienkiewicz, most famous for "Quo Vadis" and his Trilogy. I discovered Sienkiewicz through "With Fire and Sword", the first book of the Trilogy, and I have been stalking his remaining books like a ravenous wolf ever since. This man constructs plots like Alexander Dumas and ranks with Tolstoy's greatest novels for ...

In Monte Carlo

1 review
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Kessinger Publishing, LLC, 2007

Get "On the Sunny Shore" instead
First things first. This book is the same story as "On the Sunny Shore". A different translator, but otherwise identical. So don't buy both! Anyway, this is really a short story or novelette. It's well-written, of course, but rather slight. I enjoyed it, but this is my favorite author. I'd recommend only to Sienkiewicz completists.

On the sunny shore

1 review
Henryk Sienkiewicz

R.F. Fenno & Co, 1897

Same book as "In Monte Carlo"
I bought a group of Sienkiewicz books with the Fredonia imprint (the covers mostly look a bit like this one) and found a lot of duplication among the group. For example, this books is the same as "In Monte Carlo". I think it's just a different translator. To avoid duplicates, buy "On the Sunny Shore", "Dust and Ashes", "Without Dogma", "Children of the Soil", "Sielanka" and of course the ...

The Knights Of The Cross Or Krzyzacy

1 review
Henryk Sienkiewicz

IndyPublish.com, 2004

Tutons on a tear
Lengthy romance with small patches of fierce action, as doughty Polish knights contend against a nasty German "holy" order similar to Knights Templar. Ends unfinished, promising a sequel. I'd like to know if the sequel ever appeared in English, and if so, what the title is.

Quo Vadis

54 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Airmont Pub Co, 1968

Superb work of literature!
"Quo Vadis" is one of my favorite works of literature. The characterization is generally very well executed and the plot was able to hold my interest throughout. Sienkiewicz created characters who are sure to be loved or supremely disliked by the audience and several characters change throughout the novel making them even more interesting. Despite some historical errors (most scholars now ...

Quo Vadis (Great Stories)

7 reviews
Henryk Sienkiewicz, Joe L. Wheeler

Tyndale House Publishers, 2000

The Absolute Best Book Ever!!!
This book is without question the greatest of the classics that I have ever read. Involving suspense, romance, death, and survival; it will lead you through one of greatest adventures of your life. I highly recommend it.

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