Volume 3 of Marek Derewiecki’s Dzienniki covers the years 1969–1977, presenting the author’s personal diaries in printed form. The book contains dated entries, observations, and reflections recorded by Derewiecki during a period of political and social change. Written in Polish, this volume is a primary-source text documenting everyday life, cultural context and historical detail from the late 20th century, intended for readers of memoirs, historians, and specialists in Polish studies.
Advantages
This printed edition consolidates daily entries into a single volume, offering direct access to the author’s voice and contemporaneous impressions. The book provides chronological structure and contextual notes that help situate individual entries within broader social and political developments. As a Polish-language primary source, it supports research, citation and close reading without intermediary interpretation.
Suitable for
- Researchers and historians focusing on Poland and Central Europe in the late 20th century
- Students and academics studying memoirs, diaries and oral history methods
- Readers of Polish-language personal narratives and cultural history
- Libraries and archival collections seeking primary-source materials
Key specifications
- Language: Polish
- Content type: Printed diary entries and author reflections
- Chronological coverage: 1969–1977
- Format: Bound book suitable for reading and reference
- Intended use: Historical research, literary study, personal reading
How to use
Read entries sequentially to follow the author’s chronological perspective, or consult specific dates and topics for targeted research. Use the book as a primary-source citation in academic work, cross-referencing entries with secondary literature and archival records where applicable. For study, annotate passages and compare themes across years to trace changes in tone, focus and context.
Usage recommendations
Store the book in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight to preserve the paper and print. When citing passages, indicate dates and page numbers to maintain clear references for scholarly or archival use.
