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Major character
Janusz Radziwiłł in the novel
Historical figure, fictionalizedJanusz Radziwiłł as a character in The Deluge: the hetman to whom Kmicic swears loyalty. Literary scenes are distinguished from his historical biography.
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- pl Janusz Radziwiłł w powieści
The hetman and Kmicic's oath
In the novel, Janusz Radziwiłł demands unconditional obedience from Kmicic before revealing his agreement with Sweden. The oath binds the protagonist to the hetman and brings him into conflict with the other officers and Oleńka1.
The banquet at Kiejdany
The prince's announcement divides those present. Wołodyjowski, the Skrzetuskis and Zagłoba refuse to submit; Radziwiłł has them imprisoned. Sienkiewicz also gives the hetman private conversations in which he explains his plans and tries to retain Kmicic's loyalty2.
Checking the history
The biography of the historical Janusz Radziwiłł and the article on the Kiejdany agreement provide separate historical references. This distinction lets readers compare political decisions with the prince's role in Kmicic's transformation.
The film role
Władysław Hańcza plays Janusz Radziwiłł in Hoffman's adaptation3. His profile describes his participation in the film.
Notes
- Henryk Sienkiewicz, Potop, Fundacja Nowoczesna Polska (Wolne Lektury), 2009–2010, vol. I, chapters XII–XIII
- Henryk Sienkiewicz, Potop, Fundacja Nowoczesna Polska (Wolne Lektury), 2009–2010, vol. I, chapters XIII–XVII
- Potop, Łódź: Państwowa Wyższa Szkoła Filmowa, Telewizyjna i Teatralna im. Leona Schillera w Łodzi (filmpolski.pl)
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- Janusz Radziwiłł Historical figure
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- The Deluge: the novel Documented