CIA book smugglers of the Cold War
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Literary Resistance in Cold War Poland
This chapter explores the critical role of key figures in the CIA's covert book smuggling initiative in Poland during the Cold War. It highlights the transformative power of literature in opposing communism, focusing on individuals like Jerzy Giedroyc and Miroslav Hoyetsky, who risked their lives to promote uncensored publications. The narrative emphasizes Poland's unique position and the consequences faced by those involved in the literary underground, ultimately showcasing how literature contributed to the fall of communism in the region.
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