The Green Book; Or, Freedom Under the Snow: A Novel by Mór Jókai

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Author Jókai, Mór, 1825-1904
Translator Waugh, Ellen
Uniform Title Szabadság a hó alatt. English
Title The Green Book; Or, Freedom Under the Snow: A Novel
Note Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Green Book; Or, Freedom Under the Snow: A Novel" by Mór Jókai is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative is set against a backdrop of tumultuous events, uncovering themes of struggle for freedom and identity in a richly detailed landscape. The story begins with vivid depictions of a snowy forest, a mysterious horseman, and the tension surrounding the cursed fate of individuals amidst war and political intrigue. At the start of the novel, a blizzard transforms the forest into a surreal landscape as a troop of Don Cossacks rides through, one of whom is marked by signs of violence, hinting at a dark backstory. Following him closely is another horseman who gathers drops of blood that turn into roses in the snow, symbolizing a painful yet beautiful existence. This opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the characters' journeys and the intertwining of their fates as they struggle against the forces that oppress them. The subsequent chapters introduce an array of characters navigating personal and political dilemmas, foreshadowing a complex and layered narrative that invites intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Russia -- History -- December Uprising, 1825 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 34503
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Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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