UNDER THE DISCREET CARE OF GREAT POWERS. LETTERS AND MORE

Discover the fascinating correspondence of two outstanding Polish Nobel laureates, Wisława Szymborska and Czesław Miłosz. This extraordinary exchange of letters is not only a testament to their intellectual and artistic relationship, but also an intimate glimpse into their private lives and their view of the world around them. It is a meeting of two seemingly completely different personalities who share their thoughts and observations in an economical, brilliant and witty way.

• Unknown correspondence of two Polish Nobel laureates
• Economical, yet brilliant and witty way of exchanging thoughts
• Insight into the private lives and the view of the world of Szymborska and Miłosz
• Extraordinary meeting of two completely different personalities
• Letters and other materials collected in one volume
• A piece of less serious literary history

In the book "Under the Discreet Care of Great Powers" we observe extraordinary "curators of a cabinet of curiosities" who casually reveal their unofficial faces. We can watch how the exchange of courtesies turns into a close familiarity and a shared play with words and images. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of intellectual skirmishes and cordial relationships of two icons of Polish literature.

Marcin Wicha emphasizes in the introduction to the book that the collected letters and materials are "a piece - less serious - literary history". This statement perfectly captures the character of this publication, which combines elements of erudition, humor and personal reflection. The reader has the opportunity to get to know Szymborska and Miłosz from a completely new perspective, discovering their lesser-known faces and passions.

The previously unpublished letters and other materials collected in one volume are a real treat for lovers of literature and history. The book "Under the Discreet Care of Great Powers" is not only a must-read for all those who appreciate the works of Szymborska and Miłosz, but also a fascinating journey into the depths of the human psyche and interpersonal relationships. It is a position that will certainly remain in the reader's memory for a long time.

Details of the edition:

Number of pages: 304

Cover: hardcover

Format: 212x154 mm

Year of publication: 2024

Publisher: Znak