Maciuszko Jerzy George (4 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. VERY GOOD, No marks noted. Light wear on cover. Gently read. . . . . . . . A well-researched ethnic history that traces the Polish experience from its European roots to the development of one of Cleveland?s largest immigrant communities. This 229-page monograph is part of the university?s Ethnic Heritage Studies series. It provides a clear, informative overview of Polish history and culture, the broader patterns of Polish immigration to America, and the specific story of Cleveland?s Polonia. The book is organized into three main sections: the history and culture of Poland (from early dynasties through the partitions), Polish immigration to the United States, and a detailed examination of the Polish community in Cleveland. Readers will learn about early settlements in the 1860s / 1870s, the growth of Polish neighborhoods tied to industry, the vital role of parishes and ethnic organizations, and the community?s contributions to the city?s development. It also discusses the peak years in the early 20th century and later changes as families moved to the suburbs. Ideal for anyone interested in Cleveland history, Polish-American heritage, or urban ethnic studies.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Near Fine. First Edition. 473 (1) pp, preface by Stephen P. Mizwa, acknowledgments, foreword by William John Rose, how to use this book, introduction, Bibliography of Translations: Andrejewski, Jerzy to Zukrowski, Wojciech, Supplement: Some Folk Tales, Legends, Fairy Tales, Fables, and Children Stories; Appendices: I. list of anthologies, collections, and other related titles; II. periodicals referred to in the text; III. list of translators and their translations; IVa. English titles with the Polish Originals; IVb. Polish titles with English Versions; V. a comparative analysis of translations into English of Sienkiewicz's Za Chlebem; VI. glossary of Polish given names; bibliography, index of authors. First Edition, 1968. "In his introduction, the author traces the spread of the Polish short story in English from these beginnings to the present day, including a view of the concurrent development of the art of literary translation. A brief critical survey of the major Polish writers and their translators further prepares even the general reader to profit from the bibliographic material comprising the bulk of the book. Over 500 short stories are included and may be found readily under English title, Polish title, author or translator." from the jacket flap. Price clipped. Minor wear to top and bottom edge spine dj, else, Pristine, no wear. Clean, tight and strong binding with no underlining, highlighting or marginalia. Blood-red cloth with gilt lettering to spine. Size: Thick 8vo. Book.…

Condition: Good. Good condition. Acceptable dust jacket. (poland, short stories, bibliographies) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Hardcover. Condition: Gut. Ehem. Bibliotheksexemplar mit Signatur und Stempel. GUTER Zustand, kaum Gebrauchsspuren. Ex-library with stamp and library-signature. GOOD condition, few traces of use. X1773 Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 980.