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Modern Czech Literature.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Drozd, Andrew M.
- Series:
- Series in Literary Studies
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Czech literature--History and criticism.
- Czech literature.
- Political violence in literature.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (233 pages)
- Edition:
- 1st ed.
- Place of Publication:
- Wilmington, DE : Vernon Art and Science Inc., 2025.
- Summary:
- This book explores the responses of Czech writers to political and social traumas that have shaped modern Czech history, particularly in the 20th century. Edited by Andrew M. Drozd, the collection features essays by various scholars analyzing the works of prominent Czech authors, including Karel Čapek, Milan Kundera, and Eda Kriseová. The contributors examine themes such as resistance, identity, and the interplay between personal responsibility and historical forces. The book highlights the impact of events like the Nazi occupation, Communist rule, and normalization on Czech literature and culture. Intended for scholars and students of literary studies, the volume provides insights into the enduring resilience of Czech literature in the face of adversity. Generated by AI.
- Notes:
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- Part of the metadata in this record was created by AI, based on the text of the resource.
- ISBN:
- 9798881901592
- OCLC:
- 1492978844
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