PARISH PRIEST AND VILLAGE. THE LIFE STORY OF PRIEST KRZYSZTOF ZAMORSKI

Discover the fascinating story of the life of priest Krzysztof Michał Świątecki, a figure who, although known in Polish historical literature, still holds many secrets. A convert, a neophyte, an ambitious and educated clergyman who loved to write, left behind extensive records that are a unique source of knowledge about life in a parish in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth of the 17th century.

• Detailed description of the life of priest Świątecki
• A picture of the life of the local community in the 17th century
• The history of the plague epidemic in Tenczynek
• Microhistorical analysis based on records
• Fascinating study of the life of a clergyman and his influence on the village
• Inspiration for a historical film script
• Unique source of knowledge about the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth

Priest Krzysztof Michał Świątecki, who lived from 1666 to 1727, is a figure who deserves to be known better. His life, full of twists and challenges, is a fascinating example of the fate of a clergyman in the turbulent times of the Third Northern War. His records, full of details and personal reflections, allow us to look into the micro-world of the village of that time and understand the reality of the lives of its inhabitants.

The book by Krzysztof Zamorski is not only a biography of priest Świątecki, but also a microhistorical study that allows us to better understand the reality of life in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth of the 17th century. The author, using the extensive records of the clergyman, creates a colorful picture of life in the parish, its inhabitants and their daily worries. This is a must-read for all lovers of Polish history and culture.

Universitas Publishing House, known for its care for the quality and reliability of publications, presents readers with another valuable title. The book "Parish Priest and Village. The Life Story of Priest Krzysztof Zamorski" is a position that will surely interest both historians and all those who want to get to know the past of Poland better.

The book is published in the HISTORIA ŻYCIA series of Universitas Publishing House, which guarantees a high substantive and editorial level. Krzysztof Zamorski, the author of the publication, is a recognized historian specializing in the modern history of Poland. His work is the result of years of research and analysis, which resulted in the creation of a fascinating story about the life of priest Świątecki and his influence on the local community. The book has 360 pages and was published in the format 234x155 mm with a paperback cover.