On Cyprian Norwid. Studies and Essays: Vol. 3. Interpretations: 41 (Polish Studies ? Transdisciplinary Perspectives)

The book is the third volume of an extensive four-volume monograph devoted to the work of Cyprian Norwid (1821–1883), one of the most outstanding Polish authors. The impact of Norwid’s oeuvre does not fade, as he addresses fundamental and timeless issues, such as the moral and spiritual condition of man or his place in the world and history, and seeks to answer universal questions. The book contains an extensive selection of interpretations made by eminent researchers, who represent different approaches to Norwid’s works: his poems, short stories, dramas and lithographs.

Dr hab. Agata Brajerska-Mazur researches the translation and works of Cyprian Norwid and other outstanding Polish writers. She works at the Maria Curie University of Lublin, teaching translation.

Dr Edyta Chlebowska works in the Centre for the Study of Cyprian Norwid’s Literature at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. She has authored articles and books about the artistic creativity of Norwid including his catalogue raisonné.