Olga Tokarczuk Interview: On Poland

One of the most recognized and critically acclaimed contemporary Polish writers, Olga Tokarczuk, here talks about Poland’s complicated history and why it’s a great – even unique – place for a writer: “Nothing is obvious in Poland, you have to narrate everything afresh.” “You need to retell Polish history by means of a new language. The Polish language is one of the best when it comes to expressing difficult things. That’s why we have such brilliant poets.” Tokarczuk praises the Polish language for being