Swimming in the Dark by Tomasz Jedrowski (Paperback)
Swimming in the Dark by Tomasz Jedrowski follows Ludwik and Janusz, two young men who fall in love in 1980s Poland. Against a backdrop of political unrest, their secret romance faces societal repression, personal differences, and the dangers of a collapsing communist state, offering a lyrical and heartrending exploration of love, freedom, and loss...read the full blurb.
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| Weight | 186 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 129 × 24 × 197 mm |
| Author | Tomasz Jedrowski |
| Condition | New |
| Format | Paperback |
| Genre | Contemporary, Fiction, Gay, Historical, Historical Fiction, LGBTQ+, Literary Fiction, Polish, Queer, Romance |
| Publication Year | 2021 |
| Publisher | Sourcebooks Inc |
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Set in early 1980s Poland, Swimming in the Dark by Tomasz Jedrowski tells a tender and heartrending story of first love amidst the violent decline of communism. University student Ludwik’s life changes when he meets Janusz at a summer agricultural camp. Initially fascinated but wary, Ludwik is soon drawn into an exhilarating and passionate affair. In the idyllic countryside, away from societal constraints, they bond over books and shared dreams, discovering a love that feels both intoxicating and forbidden.
As summer ends, reality intrudes. Back in Warsaw, Janusz rises quickly within the political party, rewarded with a coveted position in the ministry, while Ludwik channels his energy into acts of protest against economic hardship and social injustice. Their personal and political differences intensify, putting their secret romance at risk. In a society governed by repression and rigid Catholic morality, the stakes of their love are high, and survival requires courage, compromise, and secrecy.
Jedrowski’s narrative shifts seamlessly from the ecstasy of first love to the melancholy of growing apart. Swimming in the Dark is lyrical, sensual, and immersive, exploring not only romance but also the tensions of post-war politics and the human cost of societal collapse. It is a powerful literary debut that examines freedom, desire, and the choices that define us, offering a story of love that transcends both time and political turmoil.
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