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- 432 pages
- Reading time
- 16 hours
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Set against the backdrop of early 20th century Europe, the narrative follows Bronia, an aspiring ballerina struggling to emerge from the shadow of her famous brother, Nijinsky. Despite societal constraints and personal challenges, she strives for recognition in the prestigious Mariinsky Ballet. As World War I and revolution reshape her world, Bronia faces pivotal choices between tradition and innovation, love and ambition. The story intertwines her journey with iconic figures of the time, showcasing her evolution as a dancer, mother, and revolutionary.
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The Chosen Maiden, Eva Stachniak
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- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- The Chosen Maiden
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Eva Stachniak
- Publisher
- Doubleday Canada
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 432
- ISBN13
- 9780385678568
- Category
- Fiction, Historical prose, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of early 20th century Europe, the narrative follows Bronia, an aspiring ballerina struggling to emerge from the shadow of her famous brother, Nijinsky. Despite societal constraints and personal challenges, she strives for recognition in the prestigious Mariinsky Ballet. As World War I and revolution reshape her world, Bronia faces pivotal choices between tradition and innovation, love and ambition. The story intertwines her journey with iconic figures of the time, showcasing her evolution as a dancer, mother, and revolutionary.