In this sweeping novel, James A. Michener chronicles eight tumultuous
centuries as three Polish families live out their destinies. The Counts
Lubonski, the petty nobles Bukowksi, and the peasants Buk are at some
times fiercely united, at others tragically divided. With an inspiring
tradition of resistance to brutal invaders, from the barbarians to the
Nazis, and a heritage of pride that burns through eras of romantic
passion and courageous solidarity, their common story reaches a
breathtaking culmination in the historic showdown between the ruthless
Communists and rebellious farmers of the modern age. Like the heroic
land that is its subject, Poland teems with vivid events,
unforgettable characters, and the unfolding drama of an entire nation.
Praise for Poland
"Engrossing . . . a page-turner in the grand Michener
tradition."--The Washington Post
"A Michener epic is far more than a bedtime reader, it's an experience.
Poland is a monumental effort, a magnificent guide to a better
understanding of the country's tribulations."--Chicago Tribune
"Stunning . . . an unmatched overview of Polish history . . . The
families themselves come very much alive, and through them, Poland
itself."--USA Today
"A titanic documentary novel."--The Wall Street Journal
