Aleksander Kamiński

Polish author and educator

Aleksander Kamiński - Polish author and educator
Born

January 28th, 1903
122 years ago

Died

1978
47 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Poland

Links & References

Contributed significantly to Polish literature and education. Published several influential works, focusing on youth literature and educational theories. Actively engaged in the education system, providing innovative methods for teaching. Established programs that emphasized the importance of history and patriotism in education. Played a role in fostering literary culture in Poland during challenging times.

Authored 'Kamienie na szaniec'

Developed educational programs

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