The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance

by Henryk Sienkiewicz

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"The Knights of the Cross, or, Krzyzacy: Historical Romance" by Henryk Sienkiewicz is a historical novel published in 1900. Set in medieval Poland, it follows young nobleman Zbyszko who swears to win three trophies from the Teutonic Knights for his beloved Danusia. His rash attack on a diplomatic envoy brings him to the executioner's block, but Danusia dramatically saves him.

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Topics: Poland -- History -- Jagellons, 1386-1572 -- Fiction · Teutonic Knights -- History -- Fiction