From the bestselling author of How Fascism Works, a global call to action that tells us “why the past is a frontline in the struggle for a future free of fascism” (Jeff Sharlet, New York Times bestselling author) as it reveals the far right’s efforts to rewrite history and undo a century of progress on race, gender, sexuality, and class.
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * In the spirit of George Carlin and Christopher Hitchens, the son of a former Catholic nun and a Franciscan brother delivers a deeply irreverent and biblically correct takedown of far-right Christian hatred—a book for believers, atheists, agnostics, and anyone who’ll ever have to deal with a Christian nationalist. For more than two centuries, the United States Constitution has given us the right to a society where church and state exist
When you have guests from Poland visiting Seattle, instead of taking them only to the obvious tourist attractions, use Walkkie to show them the city’s hidden gems, local culture, and lesser-known spots that make Seattle feel more personal and authentic than a typical sightseeing tour. Walkkie is a location-based discovery app that helps you explore Seattle in a more meaningful and fun way. Walkkie guides you through Seattle Center, as well as neighborhoods like Fremont
Most of us recall the iconic Apple Macintosh advertisement from the 1984 Super Bowl. It left a lasting impression at the time and continues to resonate today. Given the current state of affairs, it is difficult not to reflect on Orwell’s predictions in “Animal Farm” and “1984.” George Orwell’s 1984 is a dystopian novel set in a totalitarian society ruled by the omnipresent and omnipotent Party, led by the mysterious figurehead Big Brother. The story
Last month marked the 104th anniversary of Stanislaw Lem’s birthday, making it a perfect time to revisit one of his greatest works, The Futurological Congress. Even 50 years after its publication in 1971, its themes remain just as relevant today. In this satirical sci-fi novella, Lem unleashes his signature wit and philosophical depth through the misadventures of Ijon Tichy, a recurring character in his works. Tichy attends the Eighth World Futurological Congress at a surreal,
Solar Lottery is a 1955 science fiction novel by American writer Philip K. Dick. It was his first published novel and contains many of the themes present in his later work. It was also published in altered form in the UK as World of Chance. The main story is about a man named Ted Benteley who lives in a strange world, dominated by percentages and the lottery.
Published in 1953, “Fahrenheit 451” was the first novel published by Ray Bradbury. “Fahrenheit 451” is set in a dystopian future where books are banned and firemen burn them. The protagonist, Guy Montag, starts questioning this society’s norms, realizing the value of literature and free thought. Quite relevant these days.
Aldous Huxley’s “Brave New World” depicts a dystopian society where technology and conditioning control every aspect of human life. People are genetically engineered, socially conditioned, and kept passive with a drug called soma. The novel explores themes of freedom, individuality, and the cost of technological progress.
Solzhenitsyn’s Gulag Archipelago is a monumental work that exposes the brutal realities of the Soviet labor camps. Through harrowing personal accounts and meticulous research, he illuminates the oppressive system that crushed countless lives. It’s a compelling and essential read that continues to resonate.
„Tajemnica bułeczek Bollego” i inne historie z cyklu „Tappi i przyjaciele” – czyli o tym, jak dobre bułeczki mogą zmienić świat na lepsze
George Orwell’s “Animal Farm” is a political allegory where farm animals overthrow their human owner, aiming for equality but end up under a more oppressive regime led by the pigs. It’s an allegory of the Russian Revolution, critiquing the corruption of power.
Z okazji Dnia Ziemi chciałabym zachęcić do przyjrzenia się bliżej dwóm niezwykłym tytułom autorstwa Piotra Sochy i Wojciecha Grajkowskiego – “Pszczoły” oraz “Drzewa”. To książki, które zachwycają nie tylko formą, ale i treścią – i to czytelników w każdym wieku. Wielkoformatowe, pięknie zilustrowane, pełne wiedzy i artystycznego uroku, są prawdziwym świętem dla zmysłów i umysłu. Książki te zasłynęły już nie tylko w Polsce, ale i na całym świecie i zostały przetłumaczone m.in. na język chiński,
Czesław Miłosz’s Issa Valley is a semi-autobiographical novel set in early 20th-century Poland, in a region historically part of Lithuania. It follows the life of Thomas Dilbin, a young boy living with his grandparents in a rural valley. The story captures his journey from childhood to adolescence, exploring themes of identity, morality, and the impact of historical conflicts between Lithuania and Poland. Miłosz’s lyrical prose vividly portrays the natural beauty of the Issa Valley while
Tadeusz Konwicki’s Minor Apocalypse (Mała Apokalipsa) is a sharp, darkly comedic novel set in communist Poland. It follows a writer’s surreal journey through a decaying Warsaw, exploring themes of political oppression, personal responsibility, and existential despair. Konwicki’s biting satire and vivid prose make it a compelling, thought-provoking read.
“The Career of Nikodem Dyzma” was written by Tadeusz Dołęga-Mostowicz in 1931 as a critique of the political establishment at the time. The novel initially appeared in episodes in ABC magazine and quickly gained popularity. Despite parts of it being confiscated, the writer persevered and wrote a sequel. The book tells the story of an unemployed provincial who accidentally infiltrates high society. For a long time, the protagonist successfully plays the role of a worldly man, a specialist, and a frequenter of salons. He takes on high-ranking positions and receives state honors. He is eventually unmasked by the eccentric Żorż Ponimirski, who is considered insane. However, Dyzma remains unpunished, as interwar Poland, much like contemporary Poland, is a country where it is difficult to be discredited, and new Dyzmas emerge regularly.
“Gaja z gajówki” to już czterotomowa seria autorstwa Anny Włodarkiewicz o piegowatej, energicznej dziewczynce, która udowadnia, że życie z dala od ekranów – bez smartfona, gier komputerowych i telewizora – może być pełne pasji, przygód i prawdziwych odkryć. Książka napisana jest w formie pamiętnika, dzięki czemu czytelnicy z łatwością wchodzą w świat Gai – zaledwie kilkuletniej bohaterki, którą poznajemy tuż przed rozpoczęciem nauki w pierwszej klasie.
Dziadek i niedźwiadek to niezwykła książka – ciepła, poruszająca i pełna historycznej prawdy, choć opowiedziana w przystępny, niemal bajkowy sposób. Opiera się na autentycznych wydarzeniach, wspomnieniach żołnierzy i materiałach archiwalnych, a jednocześnie zawiera wątki fabularyzowane, które pomagają młodemu czytelnikowi lepiej zrozumieć realia tamtych trudnych lat. Jak opowiedzieć dzieciom o wojnie w sposób, który będzie dla nich zrozumiały, ale nie przytłaczający? Odpowiedź kryje się w samej formie tej książki – to wspomnienie dziadka, opowiadane wnuczce, co
Dzisiejsza książka to dzieło zupełnie niezwykłe – album, komiks, encyklopedia i książka przygodowa w jednym. A wszystko to zamknięte w pięknie wydanej, bogato ilustrowanej i… całkiem pokaźnej objętościowo publikacji. Mimo to myślę, że warto, aby obciążyła nasz bagaż po wizycie w Polsce lub stała się wyjątkowym prezentem od odwiedzających nas rodaków. Czasami, wspominając kanon lektur ze szkoły podstawowej, zastanawiam się, jakie książki mogłyby zachwycić moje dzieci. Cóż, czasami trudno jest coś wybrać. I tu niespodzianka!
Jak zainteresować dzieci takimi postaciami jak Chopin, Moniuszko czy Paderewski? To nie lada wyzwanie! Ale Polskie Wydawnictwo Muzyczne i autorka Katarzyna Huzar-Czub znaleźli na to świetny sposób! Sięgając po książkę „Impro Frycek – czyli Chopin, jakiego nie znacie” dostajemy wesołą, rymowaną opowieść o Fryderyku Chopinie. Bez nudy, bez suchych dat, ale za to z mnóstwem ciekawostek, dobrej zabawy i solidnej dawki wiedzy! Bo przecież „kto słuchać by chciał o pianiście, co od dziecka był grzeczny
It is February and winter is in full bloom. A snowy blanket covers our Pacific Northwest, and it’s so beautiful! But with cold weather the season comes for colds and flu. Since COVID-19, we don’t take colds and flu lightly. We want to be safe and prepared to enjoy life like the rest of the year. There are many methods and drugs to help with sore throats, runny noses, and more severe symptoms. I’d like