A Thousand Years Of Poland
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear with damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
From the baptism of its first duke in 966 AD to its turbulent passage through centuries of conquest, partition, and renaissance, A Thousand Years of Poland stands as a sweeping testament to one of Europe's most resilient and culturally rich nations. This landmark volume chronicles the full arc of Polish civilisation — its dynastic kingdoms, its role as a crossroads of faiths and empires, its artistic and intellectual flourishing, and the unyielding spirit of its people — presented through a rich tapestry of historical narrative and stunning visual artefacts. Published by Interpress Publishers, this authoritative work argues that Poland's identity was forged not merely through political borders but through a profound and enduring cultural consciousness. The book presents a lavishly illustrated survey that draws upon architecture, decorative arts, literature, and material culture to illustrate how a nation defined itself across a millennium. The iconic embroidered Polish eagle on the cover — a symbol of sovereignty reaching back to the Piast dynasty — serves as a fitting emblem for a volume that leaves the reader wondering: how does a nation survive a thousand years of history, and what does it carry forward?
Author: Aleksander Gieysztor; Stanislaw Herbst; Boguslaw Lesnodorski
Format: Hardback
Published: 1972, Interpress Publishers
Genre: European history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear with damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
From the baptism of its first duke in 966 AD to its turbulent passage through centuries of conquest, partition, and renaissance, A Thousand Years of Poland stands as a sweeping testament to one of Europe's most resilient and culturally rich nations. This landmark volume chronicles the full arc of Polish civilisation — its dynastic kingdoms, its role as a crossroads of faiths and empires, its artistic and intellectual flourishing, and the unyielding spirit of its people — presented through a rich tapestry of historical narrative and stunning visual artefacts. Published by Interpress Publishers, this authoritative work argues that Poland's identity was forged not merely through political borders but through a profound and enduring cultural consciousness. The book presents a lavishly illustrated survey that draws upon architecture, decorative arts, literature, and material culture to illustrate how a nation defined itself across a millennium. The iconic embroidered Polish eagle on the cover — a symbol of sovereignty reaching back to the Piast dynasty — serves as a fitting emblem for a volume that leaves the reader wondering: how does a nation survive a thousand years of history, and what does it carry forward?