'Polka-Katoliczka' and the Holocaust: the enigma of Zofia Kossak

Discusses the apparent contradiction between the anti-semitic beliefs of Zofia Kossak-Szczucka, the devout Polish Catholic writer and underground activist, and her vigorous efforts to promote the rescue of Jews in Poland from the 'Final Solution'. Brenner argues that Kossak's rescue activity reflected a theological transformation that enabled her to retain her anti-semitic beliefs while risking her life to rescue Jews. Kossak examines the role of the Catholic Church during the occupation and the attendant challenges to Catholic faith