God's Playground: A History of Poland, Vol. 1: The Origins to 1795 - Softcover

Davies, Professor Norman

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0231053517 ISBN 13: 9780231053518

Publisher: Columbia University Press, 1984

Synopsis

In this first volume, Davies points out that long before the rise of Russia and Prussia the kingdom of Poland was a major power in eastern Europe. As an early recipient of Latin culture, Poland was deeply involved in the Reformation, Counter-Reformation, and Enlightenment. Before the notorious Partitions of 1773-95 redrew the map of Europe beyond all recognition, the United Republic of Poland-Lithuania was at once one of the largest states and home of one of the most extraordinary cultures of the continent, displaying a unique blend of military prowess, religious tolerance, democratic ideals, and political chaos.

About this title

Book Description:

The most comprehensive survey of Polish history available in English, God's Playground demonstrates Poland's importance in European history from medieval times to the present.

About the Author:

Norman Davies is chairman of the history department, School of Slavonic and East European Studies, at the University of London. He has been a visiting professor at Columbia and McGill Universities.

About this edition

• Publisher: Columbia University Press
• Publication date: 1984
• ISBN 10: 0231053517
• ISBN 13: 9780231053518
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 605