THE LADY OF BURMA. AUNG SAN SUU KYI. A POLITICAL BIOGRAPHY - MICHAŁ LUBINA

Discover the fascinating story of Aung San Suu Kyi, the Burmese opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Her life, full of sacrifice and struggle for democracy, has become a symbol of resistance against brutal military rule. Learn about the behind-the-scenes of her political and personal activities that shaped her extraordinary personality.

• The first biography of Suu Kyi in Polish.
• Based on conversations with the activist herself.
• Rich source material showing the political aspect of her life.
• Theses that contradict the dominant narrative about Suu Kyi.
• Analysis of the opposition to the rule of the army and its consequences.
• Description of the dramatic fate that made her a symbol of resistance.

Aung San Suu Kyi, the legendary Burmese opposition leader, spent 15 years under house arrest fighting the military junta. She became one of the most famous political prisoners in the world. Her opposition to the rule of the army cost her the loss of family and friends. Suu Kyi's dramatic fate made her a symbol of resistance against the brutal military rule in Burma, as well as a part of pop culture. This biography is based on conversations with Suu Kyi herself and on rich source material showing her political activities.

The author, Michał Lubina, analyzes Suu Kyi's life through the prism of politics, proving that politics has always been her main goal. His theses often differ from the commonly accepted narrative about Suu Kyi, presenting a fresh look at her activities. This book is not only a biography, but also a political analysis that allows you to understand the complexity of the Burmese political scene and the role that Aung San Suu Kyi played in it. Learn about the behind-the-scenes of the struggle for democracy in Burma and the price that must be paid for it.

Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN presents this publication in paperback, consisting of 720 pages. The 234x155 mm format makes the book comfortable to read and store. The year of publication 2015 guarantees the topicality of the information and analyzes contained in it. This is a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary history, international politics and the fate of outstanding figures who have dedicated their lives to the struggle for freedom and democracy. Immerse yourself in reading this biography and discover the fascinating world of Burmese politics.