The Comedienne by Władysław Stanisław Reymont
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"The Comedienne" by Władysław Stanisław Reymont is a novel written in the early 20th century. This tale revolves around Janina, the daughter of a provincial station-master, who is determined to escape her oppressive home life and pursue her passion for the theater. The narrative explores her struggles against societal expectations and familial pressures as she embarks on a journey toward independence. The opening of the book introduces us to various characters in
the quiet setting of Bukowiec, particularly focusing on Janina, who is faced with the unwanted advances of a suitor, Grzesikiewicz, and the harsh expectations of her father, Orlowski. The story begins with a glimpse of Janina's longing for freedom as she reacts against her father’s coercive plans to marry her off, revealing her fierce determination not to conform to the traditional roles expected of women in her society. As the tension escalates between Janina and her father, her eventual decision to leave for the theater marks the beginning of her struggles in a new, chaotic world, setting the stage for her quest for self-discovery and fulfillment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Reymont, Władysław Stanisław, 1867-1925 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Obecny, Edmund |
| Uniform Title | Komediantka. English |
| Title | The Comedienne |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Andrew Leader of polishwriting.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Poland -- Fiction |
| Subject | Actresses -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25760 |
| Release Date | Jun 11, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 384 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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