Reymont, Wladyslaw

The Peasants

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ISBN 13:
9780241524244
author:
Reymont, Wladyslaw
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2024
Pages:
944
Dimensions:
3.5 x 12.9 x 12.9 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£14.19

Description

Set in rural Poland, Wladyslaw Reymont's epic novel explores the intricate web of relationships and desires that shape the lives of its characters. Over four seasons, the story unfolds with rich lyricism and thrilling realism, delving into themes of love, scandal, and drama.

The villagers of Lipce are drawn into the tangled narrative of Boryna, a widower who marries young Jagusia, only to find himself pitted against his impetuous son Antek for her affections. As the seasons pass, the community watches with bated breath as the characters' stories intertwine and unfold.

A deeply human and relatable portrayal of rural life in early 20th-century Poland, this novel is a powerful exploration of the eternal matters of the heart.

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