The Graveyard by Marek Hlasko

One evening, after drinking more than he usually does, Franciszek Kowalski yells a few things he shouldn’t at a policeman.  This being 1950’s Poland, Franciszek is arrested for criticising the government.  After a night in jail alongside several other men who are all basically sleeping it off, Franciszek is cited and released. However, Franciszek is a dedicated, lifelong member of the communist party who truly … Continue reading The Graveyard by Marek Hlasko