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Delving into Book 2 of Józef’s Diaries

It’s been quite a few months since I posted anything and I hope I haven’t lost all my followers! I have been totally engrossed in translating this second of my father’s two exercise books (over 150 pages of handwriting) and I’m now very close to finishing it. After this I have a small number of … Continue reading Delving into Book 2 of Józef’s Diaries →

Jane Emms Blog, Extracts 1 Comment May 8, 2021 3 Minutes

Project Update

I was so pleased to be asked to give a presentation about Józef's diary to the (virtual) Polish Language and Culture Meet Up yesterday. It was the first time I had formally presented any information about this project and it was really encouraging to receive such positive feedback from everyone - so thank you very … Continue reading Project Update →

Jane Emms Blog 6 Comments November 17, 2020November 18, 2020 1 Minute

The Call for a Doctor

Life in Translation 1939 Diary Extract

After emerging from a difficult, night time journey through the forest, Józef’s journey towards Sandomierz with the supply column continues. They soon come to a halt however, due to yet another bottleneck of a huge number of other supply column carts. Eventually things start to move and they find a way through 11/09/1939 At last … Continue reading The Call for a Doctor →

Jane Emms Blog, Extracts 2 Comments July 25, 2020February 20, 2021 3 Minutes

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