Résultats pour "Henryk Sienkiewicz" dans Religion et spiritualité

Nobel Prize-winning author Henryk Sienkiewicz, celebrated for his literary contributions, remains a hidden gem for many English-speaking readers. This captivating collection showcases five myths and legends that he meticulously gathered, offering a glimpse into his rich storytelling. The title story, Life and Death, unfolds a profound Hindu legend, while the remaining tales draw from Polish folklore. Each short story provides a unique taste of Sienkiewiczs brilliance, inviting you to explore the enchanting world of an author who deserves to be better known. - Summary by Beth Thomas

Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846 - 1916) is best known today for his substantial historical novels, the most famous of which is "Quo Vadis," the idea for which came from the writing of "Let Us Follow Him." The period of the novella is that of the death of Christ. Antea, the wife of a Roman patrician, ill with terrible visions, is advised by a physician to seek the air of Jerusalem. There she and her husband meet Pilate, who tells them of the doctrine of the Nazarene, Jesus, and his condemnation to death