9781906042448

Poles

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A polarized peopleThe Poles are either bubbling with life, or comatose; they love or they loathe. It is this total commitment to the occupation of the moment which earns them the reputation of being mercurial. As Hemar wrote in his song: "If only Poles did systematically and economically what they do spontaneously, they would be perfect." Necessity is the mother of inventionKey national characteristics are adaptability, a knack for improvisation, and the ability to make the best of what is available. A good Polish cook is one who can make gourmet soup from a rusty nail. The Polish touchDevotion to style pervades all areas of life: the table might be rickety, but it is covered with a snowy tablecloth and decorated with a vase of flowers. Never say neverWhen the Communists rather foolishly tried to stop the Poles practicing their religion, the churches filled to overflowing. "Forbidden" is a term of encouragement to a Pole.

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9781906042448

ISBN-10

1906042446

Weight

0.15 Pounds

Dimensions

4.25 x 0.30 x 7.00 In

List Price

$10.95

Edition

1st Edition

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

92 pages

Publisher

Oval Books

Published On

2000-06-01



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