The Xenophobe's Guide to the Poles
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The Xenophobe's Guide to the Poles by Ewa Lipniacka
A polarized peopleThe Poles are either bubbling with life, or comatose; they love or they loathe. It is this total commitment to the occupation of the moment which earns them the reputation of being mercurial. As Hemar wrote in his song: If only Poles did systematically and economically what they do spontaneously, they would be perfect. Necessity is the mother of inventionKey national characteristics are adaptability, a knack for improvisation, and the ability to make the best of what is available. A good Polish cook is one who can make gourmet soup from a rusty nail.The Polish touchDevotion to style pervades all areas of life: the table might be rickety, but it is covered with a snowy tablecloth and decorated with a vase of flowers.Never say neverWhen the Communists rather foolishly tried to stop the Poles practicing their religion, the churches filled to overflowing. Forbidden is a term of encouragement to a Pole.
Ewa Lipniacka is the author of many children's picture books.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781906042448 |
| ISBN 10 | 1906042446 |
| Title | The Xenophobe's Guide to the Poles |
| Author | Ewa Lipniacka |
| Series | Xenophobe's Guides |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oval Books |
| Year published | 2009-02-02 |
| Number of pages | 86 |
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