BANY - RADEK WIŚNIEWSKI

"BANY" is a moving collection of posts by Radek Wiśniewski, published on Facebook since the autumn of 2021, during the crisis on the Polish-Belarusian border. It is a protest song, the voice of one crying in the wilderness, dedicated to the people of the forest, which shows the moment when the border of humanity began to turn dangerously brown and turbid. The title "BANY" refers to the frequent blocks that Facebook imposed on the author for his courageous appeal to human rights.

• Critical voice on the humanitarian crisis on the Polish-Belarusian border.
• Collection of authentic and moving posts from Facebook.
• Courage in addressing difficult topics related to human rights.
• Dedication to the people of the forest who help those in need.
• Reflection on the boundaries of humanity in the face of crisis.
• Inspiration to act and defend humanistic values.
• Testimony of time, which allows us to understand and rethink past events.

Radek Wiśniewski, born in 1974 in Warsaw, is a poet, prose writer, publicist and co-founder of the Association of Living Poets from Brzeg. He is a graduate of psychology at the Jagiellonian University and the School of Human Rights of the Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights. He works in Wrocław, lives in Kiełczów, and runs the association in Brzeg. He is known for writing long and engaging posts on Facebook, often addressing important social and political issues.

The Association of Living Poets, the publisher of the book "BANY", is an organization promoting contemporary poetry and literature. It works to support artists and organize cultural events that aim to revive the literary scene in Poland. The association is also involved in social activities, supporting initiatives related to human rights and environmental protection.

"BANY" is not only a collection of posts, but also a testimony to social commitment and courage in expressing one's beliefs. This book is an important voice in the discussion about the humanitarian crisis and reminds us of the values that should be the foundation of our society. It is a must-read for all those who want to understand and rethink past events and be inspired to act for a better world.