Grzegorz Marian Kotlarski (1936–2015): Historian and Man of Action

Abstract

The paper is concerned with the life and activity of Grzegorz M. Kotlarski, a philosopher and historian of Adam Mickiewicz University. The scholar is portrayed as a community — oriented founder of educational institutions, caring husband, dedicated parent and loyal friend. The timeline of both his academic output and the many aspects of his pro bono engagement is also presented.