Poland (Pallas guides) - Softcover

Sebastian Wormell

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1873429223 ISBN 13: 9781873429228

Publisher: Pallas Athene, 2023

Synopsis

First as the powerful bulwark of Christendom against the East in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, and then as the victim of rapacious neighbours, Poland's fate has been central to European culture. Her turbulent history has left a wealth of monuments and historic landscapes that have been virtually hidden from the rest of the world. This guide explores Poland's remarkable heritage in full, with comprehensive coverage of art and architecture, and with introductions to the more recent contributions in film, music and theatre. The contents of this second, revised edition include introductions to Poland's history and culture, detailed tours and practical information.

About this title

Review:

Indispensable cultural and historical companions - rich and rewarding -- Traveller

No one interested in Polish culture, landscape, its people and life in Poland should be without this book --Polamerica

A detailed guide as you will find --Perspectives

This hefty book is a cultural treasure --Polish American Journal

Comprehensive coverage of Poland's cultural heritage. Worth reading even if you never go to Poland, this book is essential if you do --Gazeta

Excellent and in-depth series --Anderson's Travel Guide

Travel guides for the aficionado --The Bookseller

Indispensable cultural and historical companions --Traveller

As carefully thought-out as the old Baedekers --Time Out

Luscious volume replete with maps, illustrations and glossy pictures --The Polish Review

About the Author:

Sebastian Wormell studied history at Heidelberg, Cambridge and the Courtauld Institute and is a frequent visitor to Poland.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pallas Athene
• Publication date: 2023
• ISBN 10: 1873429223
• ISBN 13: 9781873429228
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 692