For students and travelers to the country, Radzilowski provides a general history of Poland, from its early pre-Slavic origins to 2005. He describes its people, places, key figures and events, and incorporates historical maps and b&w illustrations throughout the text. Radzilowski is a historian who has written several books on Polish themes. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)