THE RIGHTEOUS. HOW POLES SAVED JEWS... - GRZEGORZ GÓRNY

Discover the moving story of heroism and sacrifice of Poles who risked their lives to save Jews during World War II. Grzegorz Górny's book "The Righteous" is a tribute to these extraordinary people who, despite the cruel realities of the occupation, guided by compassion and courage, helped the persecuted.

• Shocking accounts of Poles saving Jews.
• Richly illustrated, presents the historical and social context.
• Based on archival materials, contains rich factual material.
• Shows the attitude of the Polish Underground State, the Catholic Church and various social groups towards the Holocaust.
• Pays tribute to the heroes of those difficult times.
• Opposes false stereotypes about the attitude of Poles during World War II.

The book "The Righteous" is a story about people who were able to preserve humanity in the darkest times. The author reminds that saving one Jew required the involvement of many Poles, creating chains of good. Hanna Krall recalled 42 people who helped her survive as a little girl. This is a testimony of heroism that deserves memory and respect.

This publication, based on solid archival materials, presents a broad political and social context in which the German genocide took place. The author analyzes the attitude of the authorities of the Polish Underground State, underground circles, the Catholic Church and various social groups towards the tragedy of the Holocaust. On the pages of the book appear testimonies of such figures as Władysław Bartoszewski, Marek Edelman, Irena Sendlerowa or Szewach Weiss, who share their memories and reflections.

The book "The Righteous" is not only a record of history, but also an appeal for truth and justice. The author opposes the stereotypes spread abroad about the attitude of Poles during World War II, showing the heroism and sacrifice of those who risked their lives to save others. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complexity of those times and pay tribute to those who deserved the title of the Righteous.

Rosikon Press Publishing House gives readers a publication that is an important voice in the discussion about history and memory. "The Righteous" is a book that moves, inspires and encourages reflection on the values that should be the foundation of our society. It is a story of courage, sacrifice and humanity in the most difficult times.