KOSMOPOLITA - WIESŁAW HELAK

Immerse yourself in the extraordinary and surprising novel by Wiesław Helak, which from the very first pages draws the reader into the world of a peasant heroine, whose cruel experiences are described in a fairy-tale and unreal style. The Parisian episode, in which the title character talks to Sartre, is a real gem. Kosmopolita can be interpreted in many ways: as a continuation of Helak's previous works, as a bitter story about a life stolen by communism, as a religious novel, and above all as a study of a rootless man.

• Captivating plot full of surprising twists
• Multidimensional interpretation allowing for different readings
• Bitter story about stolen life and uprooting
• Journey around the world to exotic places such as India and Armenia
• Inspiring search for answers to the most important questions of our time
• Strengthening faith in God, Homeland and Family

Maciej Urbanowski emphasizes that the title character of the novel has lost everything and his life has been falsified. The novel shows that blood ties are unbreakable and is a hymn to the family. For readers of Helak's trilogy (Over the Zbrucz, Mount Tabor, Towards Seret), Kosmopolita will be compulsory reading, completing the fates of known characters. For everyone else, it will provide unforgettable experiences and emotions, strengthening faith in values.

Krzysztof Masłoń notes that together with the hero of Kosmopolita we take an exciting journey around the world, reaching India, Armenia and France. We learn about masterpieces of painting and literature, looking for answers to the most important questions of our time. We find these answers not in fundamental philosophical works, but in an ordinary wooden rosary.

Wiesław Helak is a Polish prose writer, essayist and publicist, born in 1933. Author of many novels, short stories and essays in which he addresses historical, social and religious themes. His work is characterized by deep humanism and concern for the fate of man. Helak is a laureate of many literary awards and his books have been translated into many languages.

If you are looking for an effective vaccine against the rampant evil, Kosmopolita is just for you. This novel is not just a read, it is a journey into the depths of the human soul, which will leave an indelible impression and encourage reflection on the values that really matter.

Edition: Pages: 300, Format: 210x150 mm. Year of publication: 2025, cover: paperback. Publisher: Arcana. Number of pages: 300. Cover: paperback. Format: 210x150 mm.