ALFABETYCZNOŚĆ BY HENRYK BEREZA

Alfabetyczność is an extraordinary journey through the works of one of the most important literary critics in Poland in the 20th century, Henryk Bereza. It is a compendium of his critical work, which evolved into an independent literary creation. This book is proof that one can devote oneself to literature completely, out of pure love for the word, regardless of the consequences. It is also a fascinating diary of the changes that took place in Polish post-war literature until modern times.

• Wide range of creativity by Henryk Bereza
• Literary criticism evolving into an independent work
• Diary of changes in Polish post-war literature
• Texts dedicated to outstanding writers
• Unique look at Polish literature
• Almost a hundred texts, some of which are published for the first time

Henryk Bereza (1926-2012) is an extremely important figure for Polish literature. His critical view, independence and courage in evaluations made him one of the most influential critics of the 20th century. He accompanied writers from the 1950s until the end of his life, being close to many artists and shaping the Polish literary scene. As Bohdan Zadura said at Bereza's funeral: "For sixty years, Henryk was the best thing that could - but did not have to - happen to all young Polish literature."

"Alfabetyczność" is a collection of texts that show the breadth of Bereza's interests, his insight and his ability to analyze literature. The book contains texts devoted to writers such as Jarosław Iwaszkiewicz, Jery Andrzejewski, Stanisław Piętak, Leopold Buczkowski, Marek Hłasko, Edward Stachura, Wiesław Myśliwski, Marian Pilot, Janusz Głowacki, Andrzej Łuczeńczyk, Janusz Rudnicki, Krystyna Sakowicz, Adam Wiedemann and many others. It is a real feast for lovers of literature and literary criticism.

This extensive volume contains almost a hundred texts, some of which have been previously published in books and magazines, while others reach the reader for the first time. This is a unique opportunity to familiarize yourself with the work of Henryk Bereza in all its glory and to understand his contribution to the development of Polish literature. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and present of Polish literature.

"Alfabetyczność" is not only a collection of essays and reviews, but also a testimony of an era and a portrait of the literary scene. It is a book that provokes thought, inspires and allows you to rediscover the richness of Polish literature. It is a position that deserves the attention of everyone who appreciates literature at a high level.