THE PAGES OF KING SIGISMUND - ANTONINA DOMAŃSKA

Travel back in time to Renaissance Krakow and learn about the fate of young pages at the court of King Sigismund the Old. Antonina Domańska's novel is a classic of Polish children's literature that draws readers into a whirlwind of palace intrigues and fun adventures. Discover a world full of humor, friendship and history!

• Engaging plot set in Wawel in the Golden Age
• Colorful characters of the pages of King Sigismund the Old
• Palace intrigues and secrets of the royal court
• Supplementary reading for the 5th grade of primary school
• Historical novel belonging to the canon of children's literature
• Film adaptation in the form of a five-episode television series
• Ideal for young readers interested in the history of Poland

„The Pages of King Sigismund” is a story about youth, friendship and growing up in extraordinary times. The plot of the novel takes place in Wawel, in the period of Poland's greatest splendor, called the Golden Age. The main characters are the pages of King Sigismund the Old, known for their love of jokes and pranks. They organize a competition for the funniest prank, and in the background of their fun adventures, palace intrigues related to the appearance of the Italian Princess Bona at the court take place.

Antonina Domańska, the author of the novel, is an outstanding figure in Polish historical literature for children and teenagers. Her books are characterized by attention to historical detail, colorful language and an engaging plot. „The Pages of King Sigismund” is one of her most popular novels, which has enjoyed unflagging popularity among young readers for years. The novel was filmed in 1989 as a five-episode television series entitled „The Pages”, which proves its exceptional value and universal message.

This book is a great way to learn about the history of Poland in an interesting and accessible way. Young readers can travel back in time and feel the atmosphere of the Renaissance royal court, as well as learn about the life and customs of the pages. The novel teaches values such as friendship, loyalty and honesty, and also shows that history can be fascinating and full of adventures. „The Pages of King Sigismund” is a reading that remains in your memory for a long time and inspires you to further explore the history of Poland.

The edition contains 154 pages, format 142x210 mm, paperback. Publisher Siedmioróg, year of publication 2022.