Wiadomości (London magazine)

Wiadomości (meaning "News" or "Information" in Polish) was a prominent Polish émigré literary and political weekly magazine published in London from 1924 to 1939, and again from 1946 to 1991. Founded by Mieczysław Grydzewski, it served as a vital forum for Polish writers, intellectuals, and artists living in exile, particularly after World War II and the establishment of communist rule in Poland.

The magazine played a significant role in preserving Polish culture and intellectual life outside of Poland, offering a platform for uncensored commentary on political and social issues. It published essays, short stories, poems, reviews, and political analyses by some of the most important figures in Polish émigré circles, including Kazimierz Wierzyński, Józef Wittlin, and Gustaw Herling-Grudziński.

Wiadomości was known for its high literary standards and its commitment to independent thought. It became a crucial source of information and perspective for Poles living in the West, as well as a symbol of resistance against the communist regime in Poland. Its archives are a valuable resource for understanding Polish émigré history and the intellectual debates of the 20th century. The magazine ceased publication in 1991, following the fall of communism in Poland.