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A Brief History of Poland is a book written by Julia Swift Orvis and first published in 1916. The book provides an overview of Poland's history, from its early beginnings as a tribal society to its status as a major European power in the 16th century. The author also covers the country's struggles with foreign invasions, including the partitions of Poland by neighboring powers in the late 18th century. The book delves into the cultural and political developments that led to Poland's independence in 1918, after more than a century of foreign rule. The author highlights the contributions of Polish heroes and leaders, including King Casimir III, Jan Sobieski, and Tadeusz Kosciuszko. The book also touches on Poland's rich cultural heritage, including its literature, music, and art. Overall, A Brief History of Poland is a concise and informative overview of one of Europe's most fascinating countries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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