The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance
The Knights of the Cross, published in Polish as Krzyżacy in 1900, is Henryk Sienkiewicz's novel of medieval Poland and its struggle with the Teutonic Order. The young knight Zbyszko of Bogdaniec vows himself to Danusia, daughter of Jurand of Spychów, a border lord whose private war with the Order has made him their most hated enemy. The knights' revenge on Jurand and the abduction of Danusia drive the story, which also follows the sturdy country girl Jagienka, the old uncle Macko and a crowd of monks, courtiers and Lithuanian warriors. The book builds to the battle of Grunwald in 1410. Samuel A. Binion's translation presents the complete text, written at a time when Poland itself was partitioned and without a state. It is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, with the first chapter free.
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Frequently asked questions about The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance
The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance by Henryk Sienkiewicz can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
Can I read The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance online?
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Is The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance in the public domain?
Yes. The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance by Henryk Sienkiewicz is a public-domain work, here in the translation by Samuel Augustus Binion. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance?
About 14 h 31 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance?
The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance by Henryk Sienkiewicz is filed under "Fiction" in the Vinteuil library.
