The Power of Symbols Against the Symbols of Power: The Rise of Solidarity and the Fall of State Socialism in Poland
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Book Synopsis: The authority of Polish communists in 1944–1945 was usurpatory; it was not given to them by the Polish people. Nor was the power they held the result of their own actions; they were installed as the country's rulers by the Soviet army. Yet Polish Communists set out to produce credible claims to authority and legitimacy for their power by reshaping the nation's culture and traditions. Jan Kubik begins his study by demonstrating how the strategy for remodeling the national culture was implemented through extensive use of public ceremonies and displays of symbols by the Gierek regime (1970–1980). He then reconstructs the emergence of the Catholic Church and the organized opposition as viable counter-hegemonic subcultures. Their growing strength opened the way for counter-hegemonic politics, the delegitimization of the regime, the rise of Solidarity, and the collapse of communism. He is not studying politics per se, but rather culture and the subtle and indirect ways power is realized within it, often outside of traditionally defined politics. Kubik's approach, which draws heavily on modern anthropological theory, helps explain why Solidarity happened in Poland and not elsewhere in the Communist bloc.
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Unlock the hidden power of symbols with "The Power of Symbols Against the Symbols of Power: The Rise of Solidarity and the Fall of State Socialism in Poland"! This groundbreaking book dives into the fascinating world of Polish communism and how the use of symbols played a crucial role in reshaping the nation's culture and traditions. Through extensive research and a unique perspective, author Jan Kubik uncovers the secrets behind the rise of Solidarity and the eventual collapse of communism. Prepare to be amazed as you uncover the intricate ways power is realized within culture, often outside of traditionally defined politics.
Discover how Polish Communists masterfully crafted their authority and legitimacy through an array of public ceremonies and displays of symbols during the Gierek regime (1970–1980). Kubik skillfully guides you through the emergence of the Catholic Church and the organized opposition as powerful counter-hegemonic subcultures. Witness their growing strength, leading to counter-hegemonic politics and ultimately, the delegitimization of the regime.
What sets this book apart is Kubik's innovative approach, which draws heavily on modern anthropological theory. This fresh perspective not only offers valuable insights into the Polish experience but also uncovers why Solidarity emerged in Poland and not elsewhere in the Communist bloc. Gain a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics between culture, symbols, and power.
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