Publisher's Synopsis
On the field of glory: An historical novel of the time of King John Sobieski captures a moment of historical tension as cultural identity and shifting power structures collide. The narrative moves through harsh winter landscapes that echo the uncertainty of the era, using natural threats as metaphors for looming political upheaval. Loyalty and honor emerge through acts of defense and courage, drawing attention to the internal codes shaping personal behavior in the face of external danger. As individuals navigate evolving expectations around lineage, legacy, and authority, the story reveals a quiet erosion of tradition beneath the weight of national struggle. Rituals of courtship and social etiquette expose both the dignity and rigidity of aristocratic norms. These interactions serve to question the value of inherited status as characters confront violence, both on the battlefield and within social order. The conflict between self-preservation and communal duty becomes a lens through which moral choices are tested. Personal decisions ripple outward, affecting larger currents of war and diplomacy, highlighting how private actions intersect with public consequences in a time when sovereignty and survival intertwine.