Ironia Pozorów by Maciej Łubieński
"Ironia Pozorów" by Maciej Łubieński is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around themes of poverty, ambition, and moral dilemmas faced by its characters, particularly focusing on a young man grappling with a sudden opportunity that could alter his fate forever. The opening establishes a somber setting filled with contrasts between wealth and destitution, reflecting the broader societal conflicts of the time. At the start of
the novel, the reader is introduced to a tranquil yet dreary town gradually awakening to the light of day. We meet a young man who returns to a sparsely furnished attic, revealing his recently failed job search and his deep-rooted poverty. In the midst of his bleak existence, he discovers a lost wallet filled with a significant amount of money, triggering a moral struggle within him. Torn between the temptation to keep the wealth, which could provide a chance for a better life and the ethical dilemma of returning it to its rightful owner, he experiences a turbulent inner conflict that highlights his desperation, aspirations, and social commentary on the nature of wealth and integrity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Łubieński, Maciej |
|---|---|
| Title | Ironia Pozorów |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Michalina Makowska, Eve Sobol, and Julia Jezierska. |
| Language | Polish |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6000 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 1, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 455 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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