Book Review - Poland is a unique country and its people, by Alicja Deck-Partyka

A comprehensive study in the nation and country of Poland

In this extraordinary band Alicja Deck-Partyka the heart of Polish culture, people, and their history. The book covers a span of history, the Slavs, who occupied the Vistula River basin began in the late Neolithic period to the recent organization of independent and democratic Poland in 1990.

Deck-Partyka, chaotic past of the country in detail. Poland is a country between East and WestEurope. Any conflict in Europe had an influence on Poland to kill people and destroy the country. Significant events in Polish history, wars, battles and recovery described. Poland has suffered more than any other nation in the world. Poland has a rich history.

"Poland is" a huge effort and an excellent guide to a better understanding of this heroic land. Very well written, well documented with extensive and thorough research, the book is divided into fiveSections: history, geography, government, economy and culture. Written with depth and breadth, the reader receives an overview of the rich history of Poland and its people.

I was surprised to learn from Poland abundance of natural resources, numerous national parks, and the variety of wildlife. Deck-Partyka covered the degree of change in the government and the impact of these changes was the Polish economy. I particularly liked the chapter on Polish culture, with detailedDescriptions of their traditions and customs. A chapter is devoted to Polish proverbs captured some unique wisdom: "A guest sees more in an hour that the host sees in a year." It must "Friends know about him."

The visual arts, museums, sports, folklore, religion, festivals, social and business etiquette, women's issues, and architecture are covered among other topics of interest of the author.