THE WORLD OF LEMKOS. AN ETHNOGRAPHIC JOURNEY THROUGH LEMKOVYNA

Discover the fascinating world of the Lemkos, an ethnic group with a rich history and culture. This book is an invitation to an ethnographic journey through Lemkovyna, a region full of picturesque landscapes and unique traditions. Immerse yourself in the stories about the life, customs, and beliefs of the Lemkos, learn about their heritage, and discover the beauty of their culture.

• Rich source of knowledge about the history and culture of the Lemkos
• Extraordinary photographs showing the beauty of Lemkovyna
• Summary of ethnographic knowledge about the Lemkos and Lemkovyna
• Emphasis on the role of tradition of Lemko culture
• Customs, songs, costumes as an indispensable element of the present
• Wooden construction as a unique element of the landscape
• Inspiring journey through the Low Beskids, the Sandezer Beskids, and the Bieszczady Mountains

The Lemkos are a group of Ruthenian highlanders who inhabited the areas of the Low Beskids, the Sandezer Beskids, and the Bieszczady Mountains. They were famous for their rich customs, beautiful costumes, and deep beliefs. Their material culture, traces of which can be found in the magnificent wooden churches, represents an extraordinary heritage. This book is an attempt to summarize the ethnographic knowledge about the Lemkos and Lemkovyna, showing their history, culture, and traditions.

The author, Dr. Andrzej Karczmarzewski, used extensive source material to create a comprehensive picture of the life of the Lemkos. The reproduced photographs allow the reader to travel back in time and see the beauty of Lemkovyna. This book emphasizes the role of tradition of Lemko culture, customs, songs, costumes, as well as wooden construction as an indispensable element of the present of the areas of the Low Beskids, the Sandezer Beskids, and the Bieszczady Mountains.

Libra Publishing presents this book as a tribute to the culture of the Lemkos and an invitation to learn about their history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ethnography, regional history, and mountain culture. This book allows you to understand and appreciate the richness and diversity of the culture of the Lemkos, and encourages reflection on their fate and heritage.

May this book be an inspiration for further research and the discovery of the beauty of Lemkovyna. Learn about the history of the Lemkos, their culture and traditions, and become part of their heritage. Discover the world of the Lemkos and let yourself be enchanted by their extraordinary history and culture. It is a journey that will change your view of the world forever.

The book contains 260 pages, format 295x223 mm. Year of publication: 2023. Publisher: Libra.