Conversation so far:
Where was Władysław Gomułka born?
in Bialobrzegi Franciszkanskie village on the outskirts of Krosno.
What did he enjoy doing as a child?
Throughout his life Gomulka was an avid reader and accomplished a great deal of self-education, but remained a subject of jokes.
Where did he attend school?
Gomulka attended schools in Krosno for six or seven years, until the age of thirteen.
When did he become involved in politics?
The re-established Polish state of Gomulka's teen years was a scene of growing political polarization and radicalization.

Question: Who helped shape his political views?
Self-contained rewrite: Who helped shape Władysław Gomułka's political views?