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Trade ReviewDoucette paints a vivid picture of Poland at the edge of 1989 revolution with a strong focus on the circulation of illicit publications, which bypassed state censors. She identifies the most important contributors to the maze of literary dissidence as well as factors that enabled independently written words to penetrate Polish society. This brilliant work deepens our understanding of what may be coined a resurrection of civil society in Poland."" - Pawel Sowinski, Institute of Political Studies, Polish Academy of Science
""Doucette’s major contribution is to frame a comprehensive history of the underground press in Poland from its origins in the mid-1970s, through the Solidarity period, Martial Law, and the underground struggle of 1980s. Previous work has presented this story fragmented by period. Thus, she offers a fresh evolutionary perspective on the question. She has also done a masterful job of building off the English language literature of the early 1990s and filled in many gaps by a comprehensive reading of the broad Polish-language literature that emerged after 1989. It is truly notable for its scope, ambition, accuracy, and exhaustiveness."" - Michael Bernhard, University of Florida
