TIMES OF MEMORY. JEWISH AND OTHER STORIES

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of history and memory, where the boundaries between ethnicity and politics become blurred. "Times of Memory" is a collection of essays by Dan Diner, which takes the reader on a journey through Central and Eastern Europe and the Middle East, showing the transformations of the political identity of communities in the 19th and 20th centuries. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand current tensions and conflicts in a historical context.

• Analysis of the tension between ethnos and demos
• Transformations of the identity of political communities
• Understanding the present through the prism of history
• Perspective of the periphery of Europe: Odessa, Istanbul, Israel
• Reflection on the relationship between History and Memory
• Essays on the history of the 19th and 20th centuries

Dan Diner, a prominent historian and political scientist, analyzes in his essays the tension between ethnos (ethnic foundations) and demos (political foundations of states, nations or societies). Through the prism of events of the last two centuries, Diner shows how the political identities of communities have changed, entangled in the dynamic relationships between History and Memory. His reflections help to understand the current challenges and conflicts that shape our world.

The book "Times of Memory" is not only a collection of historical essays, but also a deep reflection on the nature of memory and its impact on shaping identity. Diner analyzes how collective memory influences the perception of the past and how manipulations of memory can lead to conflicts and social tensions. His analysis is particularly relevant in the context of contemporary debates about historical policy and responsibility for the past.

The publishing house Fundacja Terytoria Książki presents "Times of Memory" in an elegant paperback cover, encouraging reading and reflection. The 143x225 mm format makes the book handy and comfortable to read, and the 328 pages filled with content provide a rich source of knowledge and inspiration. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Central and Eastern Europe and the Middle East.

"Times of Memory" is a history of Europe told from the perspective of its periphery: Odessa, Istanbul or Israel. Diner shows how events in these places influenced the shaping of European identity and how the memory of them is important for understanding contemporary challenges. His essays are an invitation to dialogue and reflection on the past, which still shapes our present.