02213cam a22003373u 4500 72788 UtSlPG 20260610134701.0 m cr n 260607r20241926utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PG Sienkiewicz, Henryk, 1846-1916 Vedenpaisumus I Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Part 1 of Finnish translation of: Potop. Release date is 2024-01-23 Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen "Vedenpaisumus I: Historiallinen romaani" by Henryk Sienkiewicz is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the Billewicz family and introduces significant characters such as Heraklius Billewicz, a nobleman, and his granddaughter Aleksandra, all amidst the backdrop of 1650s Eastern Europe and the tumult of war. The story explores themes of love, loyalty, and the impact of historical events on personal lives. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the Billewicz family and the social dynamics in Samogitia, with a focus on Heraklius, who recently passed away, leaving behind a testament that involves his granddaughter Aleksandra's future marriage to Andrzej Kmicic. The narrative moves from recollections of past glories and family heritage to current challenges, including the tumultuous effects of war on the land. Aleksandra is portrayed as a beautiful and contemplative young woman, pondering her arranged marriage to a man she's yet to meet while also absorbing the atmosphere of her family’s struggles as the local nobility prepares for an uncertain future. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Helsinki: Otava, 1926 Historical fiction Poland -- History -- John II Casimir, 1648-1668 -- Fiction Silvanto, Reino, 1883-1943 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72788 113513 113513