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Rok 1794: Nil Desperandum
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ISBN13: 9781025961880
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 480
Weight: 1.47
Height: 0.97 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Rok 1794: Nil Desperandum is a powerful historical novel by the Nobel Prize-winning author W?adys?aw St. Reymont. Serving as a critical installment in his celebrated trilogy, the work provides a panoramic view of Poland during the Ko?ciuszko Uprising of 1794. The narrative captures a nation grappling with its own survival amidst the threat of partition, focusing on the internal tensions and the heroic, often tragic, efforts to secure liberty.
Through vivid characterizations and meticulously researched settings, Reymont explores the complex social strata of the era, from the aristocratic salons of Warsaw to the battle-worn camps of the revolutionary forces. The title's Latin phrase, Nil Desperandum, or never despair, serves as a thematic anchor, symbolizing the enduring hope of a people facing overwhelming odds. As a work of profound national significance, Rok 1794: Nil Desperandum is not only a chronicle of historical events but also a deep psychological study of a society in transition. This novel remains a cornerstone of Polish literary heritage, showcasing Reymont's ability to weave together individual destinies with the grand movement of history, offering readers a compelling look at the struggle for sovereignty and identity.
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