THE PROBLEM OF THE LEGALITY OF MARTIAL LAW IN POLAND

The book "The Problem of the Legality of Martial Law with..." by Lech Mażewski is a study of the legal aspects of the introduction of martial law in Poland in 1981. The author analyzes the legal basis of the decision and its consequences for Polish society. This publication allows for a deeper understanding of Polish history and its complicated path to democracy. For those interested in the history of law and politics, this book is a valuable source of knowledge.

• Analysis of the legal basis for the introduction of martial law
• Assessment of the legality of decisions made in 1981
• Study of the history of Polish law, taking into account the functioning of law in the Polish People's Republic and the Third Republic
• Interesting comments on legal customs, including the role of the Catholic Church
• Detailed information on the functioning of international agreements in the legal order of the Polish People's Republic and the Third Republic
• The edition contains 154 pages, format 146x207 mm, paperback

Professor Lech Mażewski undertakes in his book a difficult legal analysis of martial law in Poland, emphasizing the awareness of the emotions that this event still evokes among Poles. He focuses on the legal basis of the events of the night of December 12-13, 1981, presenting a study of the history of Polish law. The reader will find in the book not only the author's view on the issue of the legality of martial law, but also surprising comments on the functioning of law in the Polish People's Republic and the Third Republic.

The author analyzes legal customs, which were not always included in specific laws, including the constitution. He asks questions about the role of the Catholic Church in the decision-making process, including familiarizing Church representatives with the draft decree on the introduction of martial law shortly before its implementation. The reader will also find in the book "legal curiosities", such as the functioning of the principle that the law does not work retroactively, and the functioning of international agreements in the legal order of the Polish People's Republic and the Third Republic.

This book allows for a different view on the issue of the legal sovereignty of the Polish state in various historical periods. Published by von Borowiecky in 2012, it has 154 pages and is in the format 146x207 mm. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of law and politics in Poland.

This publication is a valuable source of knowledge about the legal aspects of martial law, analyzing both its legality and its consequences for Polish society. The author, Professor Lech Mażewski, presents a detailed study that allows for an understanding of the complicated history of Poland and its pursuit of democracy. This book is recommended for law students, historians and anyone interested in the recent history of Poland.