Product Description

This new edition of Norman Davies's classic study of the history of Poland has been revised and fully updated with two new chapters to bring the story to the end of the twentieth century. The writing of Polish history, like Poland itself, has frequently fallen prey to interested parties. Professor Norman Davies adopts a sceptical stance towards all existing interpretations and attempts to bring a strong dose of common sense to his theme. He presents the most comprehensive survey in English of this frequently maligned and usually misunderstood country.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #51079 in Books
• Published on: 2005-02-24
• Original language: German
• Binding: Paperback
• 2 pages

Customer Reviews

excellent
Norman davies gives a great account starting with the origins of poland to recent times.
Not knowing much of poland prior to reading god's playground i found this book to be informative of the highest degree.
for a country that has been missunderstood for too many years i found this book to be a great account of a complex and somtimes heartbreaking history of poland.
a great buy!

You want a thorough understanding of Poland - there is no better book!
As the CEO of a branding consultancy operating across the globe, we need to get swift understanding of the historical context that underpins many of the current cultural trends in countries speedily but without that costing us thoroughness. This looks like a tome,and is somewhat - but it is readable, entertaining and leaves nothing important out. The chapters on recent socio-political history are invaluable for anyone who wants to do business in or make a contribution to companies in the region. Totally invaluable as a reference volume on your bookshelf.