IT ONLY HURTS WHEN I LAUGH... LETTERS AND CONVERSATIONS - STANISŁAW LEM, EWA LIPSKA, TOMASZ LEM

Discover the fascinating correspondence between two outstanding literary figures: Stanisław Lem and Ewa Lipska. This unique book is not only a collection of letters, but also a record of an extraordinary friendship, full of humor, self-irony, and insightful observations of the surrounding reality. Immerse yourself in the world of literary struggles, everyday worries, and intellectual reflections of these two artists.

• Unknown letters by Stanisław Lem and Ewa Lipska
• Reveals the behind-the-scenes of an extraordinary friendship
• Portrait of literary life in Poland and Krakow in the 1980s
• Record of conversations between Ewa Lipska and Stanisław Lem from the beginning of the 21st century
• Letters from Ewa Lipska with Stanisław Lem's son, Tomasz
• Numerous photographs showing unknown facets of the work of both writers
• A significant event in literature and culture in recent years

It Only Hurts When I Laugh is a book that transports the reader to the world of literary salons, intellectual discussions, and personal reflections. The correspondence between Lem and Lipska is not only a record of their friendship, but also a testimony to the era in which they lived and created. Their letters are full of humor, irony, and distance from themselves, which makes them an extremely pleasant and informative read.

Stanisław Lem, an outstanding science fiction writer, futurologist, and philosopher, is known for his visionary novels that raise fundamental questions about the nature of man, technology, and the future of the world. Ewa Lipska, one of the most important contemporary poets, combines lyricism with irony in her work, creating a unique and recognizable style. Their meeting in letters is a clash of two different but equally fascinating worlds.

The book also contains records of conversations that Ewa Lipska had with Stanisław Lem at the beginning of the 21st century, as well as letters she exchanged with his son, Tomasz Lem, who was studying in the USA at the time. These additional materials allow us to better understand the relationships between these three people and to look at Lem's work from a new perspective. This publication is a real treat for lovers of literature and culture, as well as for all those who appreciate intelligent and inspiring reading.

The Literackie Publishing House, known for its care for high editorial quality and careful selection of authors, gives readers a book that will surely remain in their memory for a long time. The hardcover, careful edition, and numerous photographs make It Only Hurts When I Laugh a book that is worth having in your library.