The trumpeter of Krakow : A tale of the fifteenth century by Eric P. Kelly

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Author Kelly, Eric P. (Eric Philbrook), 1884-1960
Illustrator Pruszynska, Angela
Title The trumpeter of Krakow : A tale of the fifteenth century
Original Publication New York: The Macmillan Company, 1928, reprint 1957.
Note Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page on this work: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Trumpeter_of_Krakow
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Summary "The Trumpeter of Krakow: A Tale of the Fifteenth Century" by Eric P. Kelly is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in 1241 and follows the struggles of a young trumpeter who is steadfast in his duty to protect Krakow from the imminent threat of invading Tartars. Central to this narrative are themes of bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice, as the protagonist serves as a symbol of hope for his people during dark times. The opening of the book introduces a far-reaching sense of foreboding as rumors of Tartar invasion spread, prompting people in surrounding areas to flee toward the city of Krakow. Amid the turmoil, the narrative focuses on the young trumpeter who, bound by his oath, remains in the city to sound the Heynal, a trumpet hymn to Our Lady, despite the impending danger. His feelings of hope and impending doom culminate in a tragic yet noble sacrifice that sets the stage for the personal and communal struggles that will follow, along with the introduction of other characters like the Charnetski family as they arrive in the city under duress. The text lays a rich foundation for an engaging and heartfelt tale involving historical conflict intertwined with personal honor and duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Middle Ages -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Poland -- History -- Casimir IV, 1447-1492 -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 72600
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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