The Child of Man is a collection of works by the famous Polish writer, doctor, and teacher, Janusz Korczak (1878-1942), published in Ukrainian for the first time. Texts of various genres (treatise, drama, diary etc.), compiled by S. Petrovska, demonstrate his child-centric philosophy developed over the harsh twentieth century. The life and works of Janusz Korczak are outstanding treasures of the international humanistic tradition. This book is aimed at non-specialist audience.
Cover image: Viktor Hukailo.
Janusz Korczak. The Child of Man: Selected works. 2nd ed. Editor Miron Petrovskii. K.: Dukh i Litera, 2007. 536 p. ISBN 978-966-378-280-5
Reviews:
- Olena Rybii. “Art of Serving the Children”. – “Dukh i Litera” journal.
Presentations:
- May 26, 2013: at Book Arsenal, III international book festival, this book was presented.
- November 17, 2012: presentation held at the bookstore Ye
A memorial plaque dedicated to Janusz Korczak was opened in Kiev in the Vladimirskaya street, 47.
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