ART AND EMANCIPATION OF WOMEN IN SOCIALIST POLAND - AGATA JAKUBOWSKA

Discover a fascinating analysis of Maria Pinińska-Bereś's work, set in the context of the processes taking place in socialist Poland. This book is a journey through the development of sexological knowledge, the influence of the Church, countercultural environments, socialist consumerism, and the changing erotic iconosphere. Get to know the ideas of the second wave of feminism arriving from behind the Iron Curtain and their impact on art.

• In-depth analysis of Maria Pinińska-Bereś's work
• Set in the context of socialist Poland
• Connection to the development of sexological knowledge and counseling
• Influence of the Church and countercultural environments
• Development of socialist consumerism
• Changing erotic iconosphere
• Inspirations from the second wave of feminism

Agata Jakubowska's book is an extraordinary journey through the world of art and social change in socialist Poland. The author analyzes how Maria Pinińska-Bereś's work reflected and commented on the changes taking place in society, from the development of sexological knowledge to the influence of the Church and countercultural environments. This is a fascinating case study that allows us to understand the local context of feminist works in the times of the Polish People's Republic.

This publication is a valuable source of knowledge for all those interested in art history, feminism, and social and cultural changes in Poland after World War II. The author insightfully analyzes the relationships between art and social processes, showing how Maria Pinińska-Bereś's work fitted into the realities of the time and how it reacted to them. This is a must-read for students of art history, cultural studies, and for all those who want to better understand Polish culture and art of the 20th century.

The publications of the University of Warsaw guarantee high quality and scientific reliability. The book was published in 2023 and has 350 pages. The 165x239 mm format makes it comfortable to read, and the paperback cover ensures durability and an aesthetic appearance. It is an ideal choice for anyone who appreciates valuable and inspiring readings.