Leszko The Bastard

Leszko the Bastard: A Tale of Polish Grief is a novel written by Alfred Austin and originally published in 1877. The story is set in Poland during the 18th century and follows the life of the titular character, Leszko, who is an illegitimate child born to a nobleman and a peasant woman. Leszko grows up facing discrimination and prejudice due to his illegitimacy, and he struggles to find his place in society.The novel explores themes of social inequality, identity, and the struggle for acceptance. Leszko's journey takes him through various experiences, from working as a stable boy to fighting in wars and ultimately finding love and acceptance with a group of fellow outcasts.Austin's writing style is descriptive and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the Polish countryside and the people who inhabit it. The novel is also notable for its portrayal of the Polish people and their culture, which was relatively unknown in Western Europe at the time of its publication.Overall, Leszko the Bastard is a powerful and moving tale of one man's struggle to overcome adversity and find his place in the world. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.