"The Doll" is a novel by Bolesław Prus, first published in 1890. The novel tells the story of the rise and fall of the aristocratic Wokulski family and examines the social and economic changes taking place in late 19th century Poland.
The main character of the novel is Stanisław Wokulski, a self-made man who rises from poverty to become a successful merchant. He falls in love with Izabela Łęcka, a beautiful and wealthy young woman from a prominent aristocratic family. Wokulski becomes obsessed with Izabela and seeks to win her love by any means necessary, even as he faces opposition from her family and social class.
Throughout the novel, Prus explores the themes of social class, wealth, and love, and he provides a commentary on the changing face of Polish society in the late 19th century. The novel is admired for its psychological depth, its complex characters, and its portrayal of the tensions and conflicts between different social groups.
Prus's writing is noted for its realism, its attention to detail, and its ability to capture the complexities of human relationships. "The Doll" is considered a classic of Polish literature and is admired for its insightful commentary on the social and economic changes taking place in Poland at the turn of the 20th century.
