Maroessia: De Ukraineesche Jeanne D'Arc by P.-J. Stahl and Marko Vovchok
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"Maroessia: De Ukraineesche Jeanne d'Arc" by P.-J. Stahl and Marko Vovchok is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the Ukraine, focusing on the themes of heroism, national identity, and the struggles faced by its people. Central to the narrative is a young girl named Maroessia, who is poised to play a significant role in the tumultuous events surrounding the struggle for Ukraine's independence. At the
start of the novel, the scene is set in a peaceful yet tension-filled Ukrainian village where the protagonist, Maroessia, lives with her family. The opening depicts the political turmoil of the time, with contrasting factions vying for control, highlighting the dire consequences for the common people. As soldiers encroach upon their lives, all eyes turn toward young Maroessia, who is observant, innocent, yet profoundly affected by the discussions and fears of the adults around her. The arrival of a mysterious traveler sparks a sense of hope and adventure, setting the stage for Maroessia's forthcoming journey into maturity and involvement in the fate of her homeland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stahl, P.-J., 1814-1886 |
|---|---|
| Author | Vovchok, Marko, 1834-1907 |
| Editor | Slop, A. C. |
| Illustrator | Schuler, Théophile, 1821-1878 |
| Title | Maroessia: De Ukraineesche Jeanne D'Arc |
| Original Publication | Netherlands: D. Bolle,1910. |
| Credits | Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Ukraine -- History -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18406 |
| Release Date | May 16, 2006 |
| Last Update | Mar 12, 2022 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 442 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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