Konrad Vallenrod: A Historical Tale, From The Prussian, And Lithuanian Annals (1841)

Konrad Vallenrod is a historical tale written by Adam Mickiewicz in 1841. The story is set in medieval Prussia and Lithuania and follows the adventures of the titular character, Konrad Vallenrod. Konrad is a Lithuanian nobleman who seeks revenge against the Teutonic Knights, a group of German crusaders who have invaded and conquered his homeland. Konrad infiltrates the Teutonic Knights and rises through their ranks, eventually becoming their leader. He uses his position to plot a rebellion against the Knights and to seek revenge for the atrocities they have committed against the Lithuanian people. Along the way, Konrad falls in love with a woman named Aldona, who is also seeking revenge against the Knights for the death of her family. The novel is a complex exploration of themes such as revenge, betrayal, and love. It also delves into the historical context of the time period, providing insight into the conflict between the Teutonic Knights and the Lithuanian people. Overall, Konrad Vallenrod is a gripping historical tale that combines action, romance, and political intrigue. It is a classic work of Polish literature and has been translated into numerous languages.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.