Poland by Adam Zamoyski
This is the first comprehensive English-language guide to the historical sites of Poland. It contains an alphabetical listing of 1,161 towns and villages, and covers more than 8,000 castles, churches, palaces, monuments and museums. Each object of interest is briefly described, with illuminating comments on its cultural or historical significance, and furnished with relevant dates and names of artists and patrons. A short introduction is designed to fix in the newcomer's mind the main events and currents of Poland's historical and cultural Odyssey. The glossary, list of rulers and genealogical tables provide indispensable points of reference, and a set of maps and plans makes it easy to locate the sites. Any traveller armed with this book can be certain that they will not pass by any gems, however well hidden. And anyone interested in the culture of Poland and Central Europe will find it an invaluable reference work.
Adam Zamoyski is the foremost writer on Polish history and culture in the English language today. He has published seven full-length books and numerous shorter pieces, articles and reviews in all the major British papers and periodicals. His bestselling The Polish Way: A Thousand-year History of the Poles and their Culture is recognized as the standard short history of the country. He lives in London.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780719557729 |
| ISBN 10 | 0719557720 |
| Title | Poland |
| Author | Adam Zamoyski |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Murray Press |
| Year published | 2001-02-22 |
| Number of pages | 336 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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