For the Right

"For the Right" by Karl Emil Franzos is a compelling story about Taras Barabola, a peasant who stands as a beacon of justice in a village filled with hardship. The novel follows Taras’s journey from a difficult childhood, shaped by his mother’s lessons of goodness, through his battles against prejudice and oppression. Witnessing his brave acts and hard life, the audience can experience the internal struggles between vengeance and love. Taras's life revolves around standing up to his oppressors as he navigtes his new roles and relationships. As he grows, he struggles against a world seeking to put him down, he stays true to high-minded ideals. The book is defined by Taras’s dedication to justice and the sacrifices he is prepared to meet for the good of all.