SOLIDARITY OF SUGAR PRODUCERS. AN OUTLINE OF THE HISTORY OF NSZZ

Discover the fascinating history of "Solidarity" in the sugar sector, a key sector for the economy of the Polish People's Republic. Learn about the role of employees from 79 sugar factories who, in 1980, created a dynamic nationwide Coordinating Commission of Employees of the Sugar Industry NSZZ "Solidarity". The book by Maria and Andrzej Perlak is the first comprehensive presentation of this complex issue, showing the difficult period of transformation and systemic transformation.

• The first comprehensive presentation of the issues of the industry section of NSZZ "Solidarity" in the sugar industry.
• A detailed analysis of the role of employees from 79 sugar factories in creating the Coordinating Commission.
• A unique look at the problems of Polish sugar factories in the final period of the Polish People's Republic and in the Third Republic.
• An in-depth study of the transformation and systemic transformation in the sugar sector.
• A rich source of knowledge for historians, sociologists and everyone interested in the history of "Solidarity".

The book "Solidarity of Sugar Producers. An Outline of the History of NSZZ" is an extremely important study that fills a gap in the historiography of Polish "Solidarity". The authors, Maria and Andrzej Perlak, undertook the difficult task of researching and describing the activities of the industry section, which played a key role in the food sector. Their work is based on extensive source material, including archival documents, eyewitness accounts and press publications.

This publication is not only a valuable source of knowledge about the history of "Solidarity", but also an important contribution to understanding the social and economic processes that took place in Poland during the systemic transformation. The authors analyze the causes and consequences of the crisis in the sugar sector, show the role of trade unions in defending the interests of employees, and present various scenarios for the development of this industry. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complexity of recent Polish history.

The IPN Publishing House, known for its care for the reliability and high scientific level of its publications, guarantees that the book "Solidarity of Sugar Producers. An Outline of the History of NSZZ" meets the highest editorial and substantive standards. The hardcover ensures durability and an aesthetic appearance, and the careful selection of illustrations and photos further enriches the content of the book. This is a book that should be in every library, both scientific and home.