JADWIGA. THE UNHOLY KING AUDIOBOOK - DOROTA PAJĄK-PUDA

In this story, you won't find a miraculous footprint, but you will discover the traces of a lonely child on a dusty floor. Dorota Pająk-Puda, in her book "Jadwiga. The Unholy King" presents an extraordinary story about Jadwiga of Anjou, the Queen of Poland, who, contrary to the glazed image, was a figure full of blood and bones. The author pierces the hagiographic bubble to free the human and show his true face.

• An extraordinary story about Jadwiga of Anjou
• A penetrating look at the legendary ruler
• Showing Jadwiga as a human, not just an icon of history
• The background of great, groundbreaking events in the history of Poland and Europe
• Read by: Anna Konieczna

The second half of the 14th century. Jadwiga, a princess from the blood of the Piasts and Arpads, travels in the Anjou retinue to Wawel. Sent to a foreign country to take over the heritage of her ancestors. A fragile, ten-year-old girl who will soon become the King of Poland. Surrounded by a court ready to fulfill her every wish, and yet lonely in the deepest sense of the word. Did those who sent a spy after her realize the strength of her character? Was anyone afraid of her future reign?

Dorota Pająk-Puda uniquely shows the legendary ruler not only as an icon of history, but above all as a human. With a gentle, penetrating gaze, she envelops Jadwiga, leads her through her childhood, youth and accompanies her until the last day of her life. All this takes place against the background of great, groundbreaking events that have forever marked the history of Poland and Europe. Anna Konieczna masterfully captures the emotions and tension of this extraordinary story, transporting the listener to distant times.

The audiobook "Jadwiga. The Unholy King" is not only a history lesson, but above all a moving story about a woman who had to face enormous responsibility and loneliness. It is a story about strength of character, determination and dedication. An ideal proposition for lovers of Polish history, biographies and audiobooks.

Aleksandria Publishing presents the audiobook in 125x6 mm format, in a cardboard case. Year of publication: 2025. Number of pages: 0. Cover: cardboard case. Format: 125x6 mm. Read by: Anna Konieczna.