PRO MEMORIA 1959. VOLUME 6

Discover the fascinating world of Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński's notes from 1959, a pivotal moment in Polish history. This volume is an extraordinary journey into the life of the Church in Poland, set against the broad social, cultural, and political backdrop. Learn about the Primate's impressions from his stay in Rome and his assessment of social and state issues.

• Insightful notes by Cardinal Wyszyński from 1959
• Relations between state and church during the October Thaw
• Assessment of social and political issues from the Church's perspective
• Description of the life of the Church in Poland against the social, cultural, and political background
• Detailed accounts of events in which the Cardinal participated
• Analysis of Polish affairs in an international context, such as Richard Nixon's visit
• Unique perspective on daily life and the challenges of Poland at that time

The year 1959 in Poland is the time after the October Thaw, when relations between the state and the Church began to normalize after the release of the Primate of the Millennium. However, this short period did not last long, as evidenced by Cardinal Wyszyński's notes. The beginning of the year is the time when he shares his impressions from his two-month stay in Rome, where he participated in the conclave that elected the new Pope.

In the pages of Pro memoria from 1959, the Primate described events in which he himself participated, assessing social and less often state issues. His main interest was the life of the Church in Poland, shown against the social, cultural, and political background. Cardinal Wyszyński dealt with Polish affairs, avoiding international topics unless they were in a Polish context, such as the visit of US Vice President Richard Nixon.

The IPN publishing house presents this volume in hardcover, with 336 pages in 17x24 cm format. It is not just a book, but also a piece of history that allows you to understand the times and the challenges faced by the Church and Polish society. An ideal read for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge about the life of Cardinal Wyszyński and his role in shaping Polish identity.

The book was published in 2020 by the Institute of National Remembrance and is an important element of Polish historical literature. Available in hardcover, which guarantees durability and an aesthetic appearance. The 17x24 cm format makes it comfortable to read and ideal for storing in a home library.

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Cardinal Wyszyński's notes and discover what life was like for the Church and Polish society in 1959. This volume is not just a read, but also a journey in time that will allow you to better understand Polish history and culture.