POŻYDOWSKIE. UNCOMFORTABLE MEMORY

How far do Jewish roots reach into Polish identity? The book "Pożydowskie. Uncomfortable Memory" is a journalistic investigation by Agnieszka Dobkiewicz, which examines the interpenetration of cultures and the influence of Jewish history on the Polish present. The author, inspired by the burning of the Kalisz Statute by nationalists, embarks on a journey to discover when the foreign becomes one's own, and Jewish heritage transforms into Polish.

• Discover unknown stories of the "nightingale of the Vilnius ghetto".
• Learn to bake real challah.
• Listen to a moving musical poem about a murdered Jewish girl.
• Get to know the Hollywood story of the "Legnica Conspiracy".
• Find out what it means to be a Jew in contemporary Poland.
• Check where to buy kosher food.
• See what happens when you walk around a Polish city with the Star of David on your arm.

Agnieszka Dobkiewicz takes us on a fascinating journey through Polish-Jewish history, showing how deeply Jewish roots have grown into Polish culture. From the fairy-tale illustrations of Jan Marcin Szancer, through the Kalisz shirlejki dolls, to the kosher gingerbread from Toruń - the author analyzes how elements of Jewish culture have become an integral part of the Polish landscape. This book is not only a collection of historical facts, but above all a story about the interpenetration of cultures and the mutual influence on shaping identity.

The author also touches on difficult topics related to anti-Semitism and the contemporary perception of Jews in Poland. She shows how stereotypes and prejudices affect the daily lives of people of Jewish origin and how important it is to build dialogue and mutual understanding. "Pożydowskie" is a book that provokes reflection on one's own identity and the place of Jewish culture in Polish society.

Koncept Publishing presents a publication that reminds us that the Polish soul is constantly woven, and Jewishness is one of its essential threads. The book has 400 pages, format 208x148 mm and a paperback cover. The year of publication is 2024. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complexity of Polish history and culture.

The book "Pożydowskie. Uncomfortable Memory" is not only a historical analysis, but also a personal reflection of the author on her own roots and identity. Agnieszka Dobkiewicz leads the reader with passion and commitment through the labyrinth of Polish-Jewish relations, showing both the beautiful and painful moments of common history. It is a book that makes you think and provokes discussion about Polish identity and the place of Jewish culture in our society.