Public History in Poland

This edited collection offers insights into public history practices in Poland, exploring its evolution and contemporary significance. Public History in Poland serves as a vital resource for various academic disciplines.

This volume explores the multifaceted aspects of public history practices in Poland, detailing their historical evolution and theoretical insights. It offers a comprehensive examination of how public history has developed within the Polish context, especially since the term gained traction in the 2010s. The collection features contributions from various authors, each highlighting different practices and media forms that shape public history today.

In Public History in Poland, readers will find discussions on a wide range of topics, including historical memory, heritage tourism, and historical re-enactments. The book also delves into contemporary mediums such as memes, graphic novels, films, and oral history, illustrating the diverse ways in which history is engaged with in the public sphere. By presenting these various practices, the volume aims to enrich the understanding of public history in Poland and its significance in broader international contexts.

Moreover, the edited collection addresses the complexities of collective memory and historical debates that have emerged in Poland and East-Central Europe, especially in the aftermath of World War Two and the post-communist era. Authored by a team of academic historians and practitioners, Public History in Poland serves as an invaluable resource for students and scholars across multiple disciplines, including Public History, Heritage Studies, and Anthropology.