THE THIRD TRANSFORMATION, OR HISTORY REGAINED. POLAND 1989-1995

Freedom was regained, but history had to be fought for. This book tells the story of Poland, which after the fall of communism faced the challenge of rebuilding the economy, but also a fundamental change in the sphere of memory and national identity. It is a story about how Poland regained its identity after years of communist propaganda and falsifications.

• Regaining identity after the fall of communism
• Fundamental changes in the sphere of memory
• National identity in a new reality
• Decisions, symbols and gestures shaping the Third Republic
• Return to tradition and uncovering history
• Voices of witnesses of the era - politicians, historians and publicists

Jacek Stawiski's book "The Third Transformation, or History Regained. Poland 1989-1995" is a fascinating journey through the turbulent years of political transformation in Poland. The author, drawing on extensive source documentation and accounts of witnesses of the era, shows how the return to tradition and the uncovering of history were as important as political and economic reforms. It is a story about regaining memory and building a new, free Poland.

The publication highlights the unique dimension of the birth of modern Poland and reminds us that without memory there is no future. It is a must-read for all who want to understand how the Third Republic was formed and what values ​​underlie it. This book allows you to look at the history of Poland from a new perspective and appreciate the efforts of those who fought for freedom and truth.

Znak Publishing House, known for its attention to the quality and reliability of publications, gives readers a book that will surely encourage reflection and deepen knowledge about the history of Poland. "The Third Transformation..." is not only a story about the past, but also an inspiration to build a better future, based on truth and memory of the roots.

The book has 432 pages, a format of 206x144 mm and a paperback cover. It was published in 2025 by Znak Publishing House. It is a position that should be in the library of every lover of Polish history and all who want to understand the process of political transformation in our country.