IN FLAMES, THE GROANS STILL ECHOED... - SEBASTIAN PIĄTKOWSKI

A shocking account of the pacification in the Kreis Starachowice area during World War II. Sebastian Piątkowski's book is a poignant testimony to the cruelty and heroism in the face of the Holocaust. Discover the story of people who, in the face of death, retained their humanity. Immerse yourself in dark times, where flames consumed not only buildings but also hope.

• Detailed description of the pacification action in Kreis Starachowice
• Accounts of witnesses and victims of German crimes
• History of Poles, Jews, Roma, and Soviet prisoners of war
• Description of atrocities and heroism in the face of the Holocaust
• Facts about murders, live burnings, and torture
• Analysis of the causes and consequences of the pacification
• Published by IPN - guarantee of reliability and credibility

The book "In Flames, the Groans Still Echoed..." by Sebastian Piątkowski is a shocking testimony to German crimes during World War II. The author, based on accounts of witnesses and documents, presents a detailed picture of the pacification action carried out in the Kreis Starachowice area. The reader learns about the fate of Poles, Jews, Roma, and Soviet prisoners of war who fell victim to cruel murders, live burnings, and torture.

This publication is an important element of remembrance of the victims of the Holocaust and a warning against the repetition of similar tragedies. Published by the Institute of National Remembrance, it guarantees the reliability and credibility of the presented facts. This book is not only a historical account but also a deep reflection on the nature of evil and the heroism of people who, in the face of death, retained their humanity.

Sebastian Piątkowski, the author of the book, is a historian specializing in the topics of World War II and the Holocaust. His works are characterized by a thorough analysis of sources and sensitivity to the fate of the victims. Thanks to his work, we can better understand the tragic events of the past and draw lessons from them for the future. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of World War II and the issues of the Holocaust.

The book has 216 pages and a format of 144x209 mm. It was published in 2025 in paperback by IPN.