Book description:
The book represents the first comprehensive historical analysis of the Polish context of the Chernobyl disaster. The author was able to juxtapose the previous findings of varying academic disciplines with the results of the extensive archival research. This approach facilitated the thorough examination of the Chernobyl Disaster s political, social, health, psychological, and environmental impact in Poland. The author dispels numerous myths surrounding the disaster and elucidates the true extent of harm caused by the polluted air from the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant.