Hania (1897)

Hania is a novel written by the renowned Polish author, Henryk Sienkiewicz, and published in 1897. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a young girl named Hania, who is the daughter of a wealthy landowner. Hania is a strong-willed and independent girl who is determined to follow her own path in life, despite the expectations of her family and society.The novel explores themes of love, family, tradition, and the struggle between modernity and tradition in Polish society. Hania falls in love with a young man named Radek, who is seen as an outsider by her family due to his unconventional views and lifestyle. As Hania and Radek's relationship deepens, they must navigate the challenges of societal expectations and family pressure, while also facing their own personal demons.Sienkiewicz's writing is known for its vivid descriptions of Polish landscapes and customs, and Hania is no exception. The novel is a rich portrayal of the cultural and social landscape of Poland in the late 19th century, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the country's upper class.Overall, Hania is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that explores themes that are still relevant today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Polish literature, history, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.