WIESŁAW MYŚLIWSKI NOVEL STONE UPON STONE

The reissue of one of Wiesław Myśliwski's most important novels, "Stone upon Stone," is a literary masterpiece that takes the reader deep into the Polish countryside, showing its intricate history and the passing tradition. It is a story about the turbulent fate of Szymon Pietruszka and his brother Michał, which becomes a pretext for a deep reflection on life, death, and eternity. Myśliwski, with extraordinary sensitivity, introduces us to the world of symbols, where building a grave becomes a metaphor for building a house for the afterlife.

• Reissue of a classic: One of Wiesław Myśliwski's most important novels, considered the culmination of the rural stream.
• Universal story: The turbulent fate of the Pietruszka brothers as a pretext for reflection on the Polish village and its tradition.
• Symbolism: Deep symbolic dimension, introducing the themes of life, death, and eternity.
• Literary richness: The narrator's diary collects the richness of the old world, reconstructing its topography and values.
• Centuries-old tradition: Myśliwski refers to epic artistic obligations, taking the risk of sublimity.

Wiesław Myśliwski is one of the most outstanding contemporary Polish writers, a laureate of many prestigious literary awards. His work is characterized by deep humanism, sensitivity to the fate of man, and the ability to combine realism with symbolism. "Stone upon Stone" is a novel that has permanently entered the canon of Polish literature, constituting an unforgettable testimony about the Polish village and its inhabitants.

The novel "Stone upon Stone" is not only a story about specific people and places, but above all a universal reflection on the human condition. Myśliwski, with extraordinary precision, gives voice to the narrator, who becomes a guide to the world of values and traditions that are passing into the past. His diary is a collection of memories, reflections, and observations that make up a rich picture of the Polish village.

"Stone upon Stone" is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Polish soul and immerse themselves in the world of literature of the highest quality. It is a novel that moves, inspires, and encourages reflection on one's own life and place in the world. Myśliwski, with masterful precision, draws a portrait of the Polish village, showing its beauty, but also its hardship and suffering.

The 2022 edition is a great opportunity to reach for this unique novel and experience the literary genius of Wiesław Myśliwski. The hardcover with a dust jacket adds elegance to the book and makes it an ideal gift for every literature lover. The 154x215 mm format and 528 pages ensure comfortable reading and allow you to fully immerse yourself in the world presented by the author.