Václav Kredba Books

2. díl: Pokračují další boje se Švédy. Hlavní hrdina Ondřej Kmicic, Zachrání polskému králi Janu Kazimírovi život. Dál bojuje se Švédy. Na závěr si bere za ženu Olenku Billewiczownu.

Druhá, historie samostatná část historické trilogie H. Sienkiewicze Potopa (Ohněm a mečem, Potopa, Pan Wolodyjowski) zobrazuje vpád švédských vojsk do Polska v roce 1655, za vlády Jana Kazimíra.

This powerful novel, "a Polish Gone with the Wind" (New York Times Book Review), is set in the 17th century and follows the struggle of the kingdom of Poland to maintain its unity in the face of the Cossack-led peasant rebellion. Foreword by James Michener.

Deals with the Rome of Nero and the early Christian martyrs. Scenes of court life and of Christian worship, the burning of Rome, and the massacres in the amphitheatre are woven into a narrative. Characters in the story include Petronius, a Roman noble who is representative of the dying paganism, and Ligia, the beautiful Christian who is the object of unwelcome attentions from Vinicius, one of the Emperor's guards

Focusing on Pan Michael Volodyovski, the final installment of the Trilogy delves into his character with greater depth and intimacy. The narrative explores his personal struggles, relationships, and the complexities of his role within the larger historical context. As the story unfolds, readers are invited to witness his journey and the challenges he faces, culminating in a rich portrayal of bravery and honor amidst the backdrop of tumultuous times.

Psychologický román trochu se vymykající Sienkiewiczově tvorbě.