MORE THAN A MUSEUM - JANUSZ BARAŃSKI, KATARZYNA MANIAK, STANISŁAWA TRE

Discover a fascinating collection of sketches that takes the reader into the world of museums, ethnography, wooden construction, and monument protection. This unique publication, entitled More than a Museum, is a tribute to Professor Jan Święch and his diverse interests. It is an inspiring journey through various topics, from open-air museums to contemporary ethnology, showcasing the richness and complexity of cultural heritage.

• Inspiration from Professor Jan Święch
• Wide range of topics: museums, ethnography, wooden construction
• Monument protection and regionalism
• Diversity of forms of artistic creation
• Condition of contemporary ethnology and its topics

The book More than a Museum is a collection of sketches that refers to the character of the professional personality of Professor Jan Święch as well as the scope of his interests and explorations. It contains inspiring texts and topics that include museums, in particular ethnographic museums, and museology, open-air museums and "open-air museum studies", wooden construction, exhibitions, monument protection, regionalism, various forms of artistic creation, and even the condition of contemporary ethnology and its absorbing topics.

This publication is a collection of statements "between old and younger years", showing the evolution of thought and approach to cultural heritage. It is a must-read for anyone interested in museology, ethnography, and monument protection, as well as for those who want to delve into the richness of Polish culture and tradition. This book is not only a source of knowledge but also an inspiration for further research and reflection on the role of museums in society.

The Jagiellonian University Press presents this unique publication in a hardcover binding, which guarantees durability and elegance. The 176x246 mm format and 604 pages full of content make it a position that will satisfy even the most demanding readers. The year of publication 2022 guarantees the topicality and freshness of the presented content. It is an ideal gift for lovers of culture, history, and art.