CARS FOR US, CARS FOR THE MASSES - PIOTR AMBROZIEWICZ

Embark on a fascinating journey through the history of motorization in People's Poland. Discover how ordinary Poles acquired their desired cars, what obstacles stood in the way of domestic constructors and designers, and how the authorities used the dreams of owning a car to achieve their goals.

• Szewroletariat: Find out what was hidden behind this mysterious concept.
• Difficult road: Get to know the adventures of Poles in their pursuit of owning a car.
• Unlucky constructors: Understand why Polish projects often ended in failure.
• Fraud by the authorities: See how the authorities manipulated advance payments for cars.
• Bouncing Fiat: Explanation of the phenomenon of the small Fiat before Christmas.
• Syrenka: Discover the reasons why you should love this cult car.
• Soviet Prime Minister: Learn about his relationship with the Polish Fiat.

„Cars for us, cars for the masses” is not only a book about cars, but above all a story about everyday life, politics and the economy of People's Poland. The author analyzes with a wink the history of motorization of both elites and ordinary citizens, showing the absurdities and paradoxes of those times. This book is a real treasure trove for history enthusiasts, motoring fans and seekers of curiosities from the social life of the Polish People's Republic.

Piotr Ambroziewicz, the author of the book, describes with journalistic precision and humor the automotive realities of People's Poland. His story, full of anecdotes and facts, helps to understand how much the car influenced the lives of Poles and how it shaped their aspirations. Thanks to quotes from the press, literature and films, the book becomes a valuable source of information for historians and researchers.

This book is an ideal read for anyone who wants to better understand the era of the Polish People's Republic, as well as for those interested in the history of motorization. „Cars for us, cars for the masses” is a fascinating journey into the past that allows you to look at the past from a new perspective and appreciate the effort that Poles put into realizing their dreams of owning a car. This book is also an excellent example of journalistic craftsmanship, which combines factual reliability with a light and accessible narrative style.

PWN Publishing House, known for its attention to the quality of publications, gives readers a carefully published book in hardcover. The 216x157 mm format and 256 pages full of content make reading comfortable and pleasant. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge about the history of Polish motorization and society in the times of the Polish People's Republic.