As a reader, I am deeply offended by the fact that very little actually happens. Quo Vadis Henryk SIENKIEWICZ (1846 - 1916), translated by Samuel A. BINION (1853 - 1914) and S. MALEVSKY (-) Sienkiewicz’s epic novel of ancient Rome finds the Empire at the height of her power and splendor, but struggling with the madness and cruelty of the Emperor Nero. About the turn of the 20th century, Sienkiewicz was the most popular writer in Poland, and one of the most popular in Germany, France, Russia, and the English-speaking world. I wish everyone would read this book, if only to understand the horrendous persecution endured, quite frankly described by Tacitus, the Roman historian and which the author clearly drew on in his descriptions of the events. Kansainvälisesti tunnettu menestyskirja on Quo Vadis (1896). Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2010, First, I want to be clear about which edition of "Quo Vadis" I am reviewing here: it is the edition from Hippocrene Books, ISBN 0781805503, translated by W.S. The events occur during the emperorship of Nero... Henryk Adam Aleksander Pius Sienkiewicz (also known as "Litwos"; May 5, 1846–November 15, 1916) was a Polish journalist and Nobel Prize-winning novelist. A captivating story, well written, with a lot to think about. LibriVox recording of Quo Vadis, by Henryk Sienkiewicz. Apsispręsti ar Henryk Sienkiewicz su knyga Quo vadis jus sudomino, padės mūsų parengtas išsamus kūrinio aprašymas, kuriame pateikiame santrauką apie autoriaus kūrybą, trumpai užsimename apie siužetą (nebijokit, turinio neišduodame! Hänet muistetaan parhaiten historiallisista romaaneistaan. Anyone provided that they have first read the Satyricon by Petronius Arbiter. Quo Vadis by Henryk Sienkiewicz Download Read more. I have taken the most precious jewels from that treasure, but in life there are many things which I cannot endure any longer. Anything written by Sienkiewicz is must reading, and Quo Vadis is certainly his best known work in the US, having also been made into a movie years ago. Please try again. There's a problem loading this menu right now. The third opened in 1978 at Poznań. I can blush for thee no longer, and I have no wish to do so. A stark contrast between Rome's way of life among decadent celebrations, pan et circenses, orgies and sycophantic adepts to Nero's madness, slavery and class distinction and that of the first Christians practicing austerity, compassion and aiming at a classless society. Sam mówił, że rankami budzi się jakby zdrętwiały i bez możności zebrania myśli. It initiated a style of historical epic novel that has been often imitated and never duplicated. HENRYK SIENKIEWICZ, AUTHOR OF "WITH FIRE AND SWORD," "THE DELUGE," "PAN MICHAEL," "CHILDREN OF THE SOIL," ETC. The story's central conflict takes place in the person of the centurion's friend, who also happens to be a cultural lackey in the court of Nero. Do not suppose, I pray, that I am offended because thou didst kill thy mother, thy wife, and thy brother; that thou didst burn Eome and send to Erebus all the honest men in thy dominions. This may be the worst book I have ever read that didn't have the words "Danielle Steele" somewhere on the cover . It tells of a love between a young Christian woman and a Roman patrician in Rome, under the rule of emperor Nero, c. AD 64. Readers reviews. Wydawnictwo Avia … For instance, in the last third of the book, Petronius, who has been watching his nephew's slow conversion to Christianity with ironic detachment, writes him a letter talking about how much thes. I have just read this book for the third time in my life and still enjoyed it just as much as I did on first reading it in the late 1960s. Although I like history a lot, this book is just so heavy and page by page I just wanted to put it down and read something else. Very Good. It takes place in the city of Rome under the rule of emperor Nero, c. AD 64.Sienkiewicz studied the Roman Empire extensively before writing the … It is fiction with references to standard Catholic tradition, and is set in the time of the Christian persecutions in Rome during the reign of Nero. This radiant translation by W.S. Autor: Kazimierz Mordasewicz (1899). Although it was written in Polish, you would never know it, the translation is so smooth. ‘Quo Vadis will rouse more attention than anything I have written hitherto’ claimed the writer in a letter to Jadwiga Janczewska in 1895. We’d love your help. Kuniczak restores the original glory and richness of master storyteller Henryk Sienkiewicz's epic tale. On his arrival, he meets and falls in love with Ligia. Vitinius transformation due to the redeeming power of love leads him to embrace Christ and reject the life he had previously known. Marcus seeks his uncle's influence to get the girl away from her loved ones. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. . And tells the story of the patrician Vinitius and the Christian girl Ligia. It is a novel that is set in Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read Quo Vadis. A great story told in too many words; written in 1895 -- the author won a Literature Nobel -- a modern editor would have cut a third while losing little. Audiobook Quo vadis, Henryk Sienkiewicz. The American translator Jeremiah Curtinhas been credited with helping popularize his w… Roman Erstdruck in: »Gazeta Polska« und »Czas«, Krakau 26.3.1895–29.2.1896. It is obvious that Henryk Sienkiewicz was an expert first century Rome. Hist historical novels (The Trilogy, Quo Vadis?, The Teutonic Knights) represent the highest achievements in the genre. by Henryk Sienkiewicz, translated by Jeremiah Curtin, with an introduction by Harold Lamb and illustrated by Salvatore Fiume. Something went wrong. I know that thou art ready to cover me with gifts, make me prefect of the pretorian guards, and command Tigellinus to be that which the gods made him, a mule-driver in those lands which thou didst inherit after poisoning Domitius. I also know that Sienkiewicz was capable of creating more interesting characters and writing more exciting scenes. Gdy kobieta nie godzi się na zostanie jego kochanką, mężczyzna postanawia porwać ją z domu dla ubogich chrześcijan. Quo Vadis brims with passion and life … Why, he can hardly bring himself to beat his slaves anymore! Veľmi sa mi páčila opísaná atmosféra starovekého Ríma, ktorá kopíruje reálne historické skutočnosti, kde napríklad krutovláda Claudiusa Caesara Nera bola podaná vierohodne. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. It tells of a love between a young Christian woman and a Roman patrician in Rome, under the rule of emperor Nero, c. AD 64. It is fiction with references to standard Catholic tradition, and is set in the time of the Christian persecutions in Rome during the reign of Nero. To compare it to the movie Braveheart does the novel a disservice though both are epics of the first order. The story's central conflict takes place in the person of the centurion's friend, who also happens to be a cultural lackey in the court of Nero. TITLE: QUO VADIS: A NARRATIVE OF THE TIME OF NERO 1897 By HENRYK SIENKIEWICZ AUTHOR: HENRYK SIENKIEWICZ PUBLISHER - (LOCATION) / COPYRIGHT: LITTLE, BROWN AND COMPANY, BOSTON 1896 on copyright page and 1897 on title page EDITION: First American Edition CATEGORY: History, Literature BINDING/COVER: Hardback … 4. He was one of the most popular Polish writers at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, and received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1905 for his "outstanding merits as an epic writer." Just feast your eyes upon all of these debut books to check out and emerging authors to... To see what your friends thought of this book, Roman Emperor Nero is a singer of beautiful songs his first love, he himself composes if you don't like them better keep your opinions unsaid, you'll live a longer life. The novel Quo Vadis tells of a love that develops between a young Christian woman, Lygia (Ligia in Polish) and Marcus Vinicius, a Roman patrician. But, unfortunately for us, Sienkiewicz was not a competent author, so we're stuck with this drivel instead. The title tips the ending--as the author intended. Readers reviews. Which so angers the lovesick Marcus nothing else matters, needs only to recover his prize, greatly effecting his health. His method of dealing with an unrestrained tyrant to mitigate some of his excesses is noteworthy and sometimes amusing.. Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846-1916), one of Poland's foremost novelists, won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1905. Quo vadis jsem přečetl víceméně jedním dechem. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published A well educated and secret writer of The Satyricon the first novel, with poetry. The city and the monarchy come alive in Quo Vadis in an amazingly tangible way. From VIEWFAIR BOOKS (ELLENWOOD, GA, U.S.A.) AbeBooks Seller Since August 12, 2008 Seller Rating. Quo vadis nesie to najúžasnejšie posolstvo o tom, že láska a dobro dokážu poraziť zlo a prekonať mnohé rozdiely. Only unlimited praise the mighty Caesar enjoys ( but though he is terrible his voice and music, are a small sacrifice for his friendship and the vast benefits, he showers) ... Petronius the "Arbiter of Elegance" and close friend of the vicious rul. The Tacitus reference is broadly considered authentic and is very early, so it gives us another clue as to the perception of Christianity early on. Mayhem! I think I was about eleven, and this is surely not a lecture for a kid. The author did his research very well, and he has a terrific understanding of the complexities of a slave-based social order. Powieść przedstawia wydarzenia w Rzymie, w pierwszym wieku, pod koniec panowania Nerona. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. A brilliant Polish writer and patriot, he is possibly best known abroad for his monumental historical epic Quo Vadis that portrays the vibrant and dissonant combination of cruel excesses and decadence of Rome during the reign of the corrupt Emperor Nero and the high faith of the emerging era of early Christianity. "QUO VADIS." To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. W projekcie okładki wykorzystano portret Henryka Sienkiewicza. The focus of the novel is a love story between a Roman centurion and a beautiful Christian princess-in-exile. A fascinating look into Rome and the early Christians. The translation seems to be ok. If books are read according to their genre, they'll be far more enjoyable and less likely to stir stupid controversy. Veľmi sa mi páčila opísaná atmosféra starovekého Ríma, ktorá kopíruje reálne historické skutočnosti, kde napríklad krutovláda Claudiusa Caesara Nera bola podaná vierohodne. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Sam mówił, że rankami budzi się jakby zdrętwiały i bez możności zebrania myśli. The Rome represented as a parody, comic-like setting populated with lascivious idiots. Near the end of Quo Vadis Petronius (Arbiter) writes a letter in reply to his nephew Vicinius who has fled Rome with his bride, Ligia. On his arrival, he meets and falls in love with Ligia. POCZĄTEK SPISU TREŚCI: PIOTR STACHIEWICZ: URSUS I LIGIA NA ARENIE COLOSSEUM The main characters is Marcus Vinicius, a military tribune and Roman patrician who recently returned to Rome. A somewhat melodramatic, but deeply affecting novel set in Nero's Rome telling the story of the love of a young Roman nobleman for a young Christian daughter of a king brought hostage to Rome where she is taken as a foster child by a Roman family. "Quo Vadis" is a historical novel by Henryk Sienkiewicz. Read by David Leeson. The second, founded in 1966, is in his birthplace: the Henryk Sienkiewicz Museum in Wola Okrzejska. Average from 0 Reviews. Like “Nevertheless, in this sea of human wretchedness and malice there bloomed at times compassion, as a pale flower blooms in a putrid marsh.” ― Henryk Sienkiewicz, In Desert and Wilderness. Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846–1916) Alternative names: Litwos: Description: Polish-Russian novelist, screenwriter, journalist and writer: Date of birth/death: 5 May 1846 15 November 1916 Location of birth/death: Wola Okrzejska: Vevey: Work period: 1869 – Authority control: The book which I order was not the same with I paid for, mean low quality print. Found this a truly excellent read. Fires break out soon after in the vast city, countless building are incinerated the illustrious capital of the world, is tumbling down. Great book for a retreat! Please login or sign up below in order to leave a review. Book. I still think I was too young when I read this.. Save for Later. The Trilogy went through many translations; With Fire and Sword saw at least 26 in his lifetime. For about 30 pages it is terrific, and then reverts back to some of the worst prose and suppressed erotic perversity I have ever laid eyes upon. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. ‎Henryk Sienkiewicz: Quo vadis? Quo Vadis - Ebook written by Henryk Sienkiewicz. trans. The Project Gutenberg EBook of Quo Vadis, by Henryk Sienkiewicz This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. Nero has Lygia come to his palace to be examined, the Emperor likes attractive women but the noble, clever, arbiter of elegance tells him, she is too narrow in the hips not true, and a compliment today still it saves the lady. Great book for a retreat! To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Those nutty early Christians spend a LOT of time looking at golden-haired maidens in diaphanous gowns, and there is a moment where Petronius has his slave Eunice whipped instead of d. This may be the worst book I have ever read that didn't have the words "Danielle Steele" somewhere on the cover . Nevertheless, even the author himself did not suspect that the novel will break all records of popularity and bring him a Nobel Prize in Literature. Projekt okładki: Avia Artis. ..until you hit the description of Nero's burning of Rome. Sienkiewicz’s epic novel of ancient Rome finds the Empire at the height of her power and splendor, but struggling with the madness and cruelty of the Emperor Nero. Sienkiewicz tells us about plenty of things, but he shows us very little. Roman Emperor Nero is a singer of beautiful songs his first love, he himself composes if you don't like them better keep your opinions unsaid, you'll live a longer life. Opowiesc o milosci, przyjazni, zazdrosci, nienawisci i zdradzie przedstawionych na tle wojen z Turcja. And tells the story of the patrician Vinitius and the Christian girl Ligia. Write Review. Marvellously written , Quo Vadis is an epic from the times of the first Christians and the fall of Nero's Rome. Henryk Sienkiewicz. The Roman masses must be appeased ! Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. In "Quo Vadis" the author gives us pictures of the conflict of moral ideas within the Roman Empire,—a conflict from which pagan immorality declined, and Christianity proceeded as the leading force in history. Farewell, but make no music; commit murder, but write no verses; poison people, but dance not; be an incendiary, but play not on a cithara. It has always been my favorite book, and kept me good company on my journey through life. I don't want to say a. I think this is the first book I ever read that upon finishing the last page I immediately wanted to start over again on page 1. Please login or sign up below in order to leave a review. Since all her relatives perished Lygia, now considers them her new family. Quo Vadis Roman Temps Des Césars / 1934 / Sienkiewicz, Henryk / Réf57147 - henryk sienkiewicz / Livres anciens Littérature In Rome (Italy), in the small church of "Domine Quo Vadis", there is a bronze bust of Henryk Sienkiewicz. Zbiór utworów Quo vadis Części 1-2 Quo vadis Cz. Sienkiewicz tells us about plenty of things, but he shows us very little. For about 30 pages it is terrific, and then reverts back to some of the worst prose and suppressed erotic perversity I have ever laid eyes upon. Anything written by Sienkiewicz is must reading, and Quo Vadis is certainly his best known work in the US, having also been made into a movie years ago. 0.0. It takes place in the city of Rome under the brutal emperor Nero's rule. Please try again. And there is great action provided by the princesses personal bodyguard, who probably would have been competitive in the WWF. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Henryk Sienkiewicz was a Polish journalist and Nobel Prize-winning novelist–in fact, one of the most popular writers at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, who received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1905 for his "outstanding merits as an epic writer. Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846-1916) won the 1905 Nobel Prize in Literature. Average from 1 Review. A slave walks out with a tray of eels or something and drops it. He was married to Maria Babska, Maria Romanowska and Maria Emilia Kazimiera Szetkiewicz. My favorite aspect of the book was the conversion of the main character and the way he changes over the course of the book. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Poprzedniego dnia był na uczcie u Nerona, która przeciągnęła się do późna w noc.Od pewnego czasu zdrowie jego zaczęło się psuć. Absolutely superb. Quo vadis is Latin for "Where are you going?" I know that Quo Vadis was extremely popular in its time (it was published in 1896) and contributed toward Sienkiewicz winning the Nobel Prize for Literature. Eome stuffs its ears when it hears thee; the world reviles thee. My favorite aspect of the book was the conversion of the main character and the way he changes over the course of the book. Herausgegeben von Karl-Maria Guth. The Version I read was by Jeremiah Curtin. Refresh and try again. The Heritage Press, New York published the book special copyright 1960. I am not going to give it a rating or a review because that would be unfair. Kuniczak already cut his teeth with a splendid version of Sienkiewicz's "trilogy." Henryk Sienkiewicz-Quo Vadis 1897.pdf 650 × 1,119, 568 pages; 48.35 MB Nero by Howard Pyle.jpg 402 × 638; 113 KB Pauline Brunius in Quo vadis at Svenska teatern 1912 - SMV - NB126.tif 5,782 × 7,971; 87.93 MB The howls of Cerberus, though resembling thy music, will be less offensive to me, for I have never been the friend of Cerberus, and I need not be ashamed of his howling. The focus of the novel is a love story between a Roman centurion and a beautiful Christian princess-in-exile. Hier nach der Übers. Romans! ― Henryk Sienkiewicz, Quo Vadis. HENRYK SIENKIEWICZ Quo vadis Petroniusz¹ obudził się zaledwie koło południa i ak zwykle, zmęczony bardzo. The new 'sect' of Christianity is blamed for the burning of Rome and the Christians become convenient scapegoats for the mad Nero who sets out on a campaign of the most horrific torture and murder of anyone who dares to admit to following Christ. Please try your request again later. At first Marcus, a typical aristocratic Roman libertine of his time, has no notion of love and merely desires Lygia with erotic animalistic intensity. Spiritually invigorating, makes one excited about the Catholic faith. Henryk Sienkiewicz [Šjenkjevič] celým menom Henryk Adam Alexander Pius Sienkiewicz; pseudonym Litwos (*5. máj 1846, Wola Okrzejska, Lubelské vojvodstvo, Poľsko, vtedajšia Ruská ríša – † 15. november 1916, Vevey, Švajčiarsko), bol poľský prozaik, nositeľ Nobelovej ceny za literatúru.Stal sa klasikom poľskej prózy a najpopulárnejším tvorcom historických románov. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2016. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Henryk Sienkiewicz Quo vadis Rozdział pierwszy 1. In einem Brief bekannte Henryk Sienkiewicz, der ausgezeichnet Latein konnte, dass es vor allem Tacitus’ historisches Werk sei, das maßgeblichen Einfluss auf die Entstehung von Quo vadis? ‘Quo Vadis will rouse more attention than anything I have written hitherto’ claimed the writer in a letter to Jadwiga Janczewska in 1895. A competent author would have conveyed this information by having Petronius and his nephew, or maybe even someone else, it doesn't matter, sitting around talking. Marvellously written , Quo Vadis is an epic from the times of the first Christians and the fall of Nero's Rome. I also found myself really loving the character of Petronius and wanting to stop and pray for his salvation! Quo vadis, 2017, audiokniha, načetl Jaromír Meduna v edici Mistři slova Henryk Sienkiewicz ve světě politiky, Marceli Kosman (ed. Quo vadis, 2017, audiokniha, načetl Jaromír Meduna v edici Mistři slova Henryk Sienkiewicz ve světě politiky, Marceli Kosman (ed. Introductory→ sister projects: Wikidata item. Spiritually invigorating, makes one excited about the Catholic faith. gehabt habe. Set at a turning point in history (A.D. 54-68), as Christianity replaces the era of corruption and immorality that marked Nero's Rome, Quo Vadis abounds with compelling characters, including: Neuausgabe mit einer Biographie des Autors. MP3. Anything written by Sienkiewicz is must reading, and Quo Vadis is certainly his best known work in the US, having also been made into a movie years ago. I bought it as a present for somebody, as I am Polish and I read it many times in my native language. A brilliant Polish writer and patriot, he is possibly best known abroad for his monumental historical epic Quo Vadis that portrays the vibrant and dissonant combination of cruel excesses and decadence of Rome during the reign of the corrupt Emperor Nero and the high faith of the emerging era of early Christianity. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read Quo Vadis. Download This eBook. I barely read 3 chapters and nor that the writing isn't good, but this book is not for me. Quo Vadis - Ebook written by Henryk Sienkiewicz. 0. The conflict described in "Quo Vadis" has always been of supreme interest to a vast reading audience; and this book rouses more attention than anything else ever written by Sienkiewicz. I really ordered this book out of curiosity. People are perishing in its flames, shooting high into the night sky, bright now as daylight, crowds are streaming out of the infernal the thick smoke , chokes the heat and flames, killing thousands winds spreading the insatiable fires. And everything completes maudlin heard-rending scene effused with pretentious cloyingness. O r g i e s! This book was pretty terrible. Published by LITTLE, BROWN, AND COMPANY, BOSTON, 1897. 5. by Henryk Sienkiewicz, Heritage Press. Condition: Good Hardcover. Tatsächlich finden sich viele Details des Romans eins zu eins bei Tacitus – u. a. die inzwischen widerlegte These, Nero habe 64 n. Chr. ), žanrą ar nagrinėjamas temas. Nevertheless, even the author himself did not suspect that the novel will break all records of popularity and bring him a Nobel Prize in Literature. Perhaps the times have just changed too much since this book was written for it to appeal to a wide audience now. Nero has killed his mother, wife, brother all his family, and many former friends. Quo Vadis: A Narrative of the Time of Nero, commonly known as Quo Vadis, is a historical novel written by Henryk Sienkiewicz. Henryk Adam Aleksander Pius Sienkiewicz (5. toukokuuta 1846 Wola Okrzejska, Puola – 15. marraskuuta 1916 Vevey, Sveitsi) oli puolalainen toimittaja, kirjailija ja Nobelin kirjallisuuspalkinnon saaja eeppisten kirjallisten ansioidensa vuoksi. Quo Vadis: A Narrative of the Time of Nero, commonly known as Quo Vadis, is a historical novel written by Henryk Sienkiewicz in Polish. He was one of the most popular Polish writers at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, and received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1905 for his "outstanding merits as an epic writer. Od pewnego czasu zdrowie ego zaczęło się psuć. The frightened Nero, afraid of the people's wrath blames the obscure Christians for the disaster, many will bravely die in the bloody arena. Unable to add item to List. A Narrative of the Time of Nero. Blog | Bookstagram | Google + | Pinterest | Tumblr. Only unlimited praise the mighty Caesar enjoys ( but though he is terrible his voice and music, are a small sacrifice for his friendship and the vast benefits, he showers) ... Petronius the "Arbiter of Elegance" and close friend of the vicious ruler, has much influence in the court. Given to Marcus however with the help of Ursus, Lygia's devoted servant as big as a giant and as strong as an ox, escapes easily before reaching the tribune's house . Henryk Sienkiewicz-Quo Vadis 1897.pdf 650 × 1,119, 568 pages; 48.35 MB Nero by Howard Pyle.jpg 402 × 638; 113 KB Pauline Brunius in Quo vadis at Svenska teatern 1912 - SMV - NB126.tif 5,782 × 7,971; 87.93 MB Quo Vadis became extremely popular, in at least 40 different language translations, including English-language editions totaling a million copies. 3. Quo Vadis: A Narrative of the Time of Nero Language: English: LoC Class: PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and … It is a novel that is set in Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero. Still, the main thesis blazes through…which I won't spoil. This book was pretty terrible. 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