The Politicization of Social Divisions in Post-War Poland

The book explores the sources of Polish social divisions and their evolution from 1945-2022, demonstrating that they exist in both totalitarian and democratic systems and are not generated by repartition practices but by discursive juxtapositions that can be used as political tools.

Format: Hardback
Length: 255 pages
Publication date: 18 February 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The monograph delves into the origins of Polish social divisions, shedding light on their emergence and tracing their evolution from 1945 to 2022. Through comprehensive analysis, the findings substantiate the notion that divisions emerged irrespective of the prevailing social hierarchy or the accepted interpretation of justice, flourishing in both totalitarian and democratic systems. The book distinguishes between divisions and repartition practices, emphasizing that the latter do not create divisions but rather politicize them. Repartitions are perceived as discursive juxtapositions resulting from existing divisions, serving as powerful political tools. Furthermore, they can also be employed as analytical categories to assess the state of social inequalities. The concepts of divisions and repartitions explored within this volume underscore the enduring nature of changes and provide a vivid portrayal of the evolution of Polish society as a consequence.

Weight: 478g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031265297
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023