STEFANIA VOLUME 1 - MAŁGORZATA MANELSKA

Spring 1945. Young Stefania Popielarczyk, marked by the trauma of the past, arrives in Masuria in search of a new beginning. The inability to speak, an echo of war experiences, surrounds her with a wall of silence. Will she find peace in the picturesque scenery, or will the demons of the past not let her forget? Stefania is a story about the strength of the spirit, the search for identity and the struggle for happiness in post-war Poland.

• Engaging plot set in post-war Poland
• Moving story about trauma and hope
• Expressive characters that are easy to identify with
• Realistic picture of life in Masuria in 1945
• Ideal reading for lovers of historical and contemporary novels
• Bestselling author Małgorzata Manelska

„Stefania” is the first part of a series that takes the reader to the turbulent times of post-war Poland. The protagonist, Stefania Popielarczyk, is a young woman who, after traumatic experiences in East Prussia, tries to find her place in a new reality. Her inability to speak becomes a symbol of her inner suffering, and the trip to Masuria is supposed to be a chance to regain peace and joy of life. However, the past does not let her forget, and Stefania encounters both friendly people and those who want to take advantage of her weakness.

Małgorzata Manelska, the author of bestselling novels about customs and history, captures the atmosphere of post-war Masuria with extraordinary sensitivity and attention to detail. In her book, she touches on important topics such as trauma, exclusion, the search for identity and the strength of femininity. „Stefania” is a read that is sure to touch readers' hearts and encourage reflection on the difficult history of Poland.

This novel is not only the story of Stefania, but also a story about people who, after the war, tried to rebuild their lives from the rubble. It is a story about hope, love and the struggle for a better future. Małgorzata Manelska has created characters that are easy to identify with and whose fates evoke strong emotions. „Stefania” is a book that remains in your memory for a long time and encourages you to think about universal values.

Technical data:

Publisher: WasPos

Year of publication: 2023

Cover: paperback

Number of pages: 310

Format: 140x209 mm