Prague Tales

Prague Tales

Author: Jan Neruda

Publisher: Central European University Press

Published: 1993-04-15

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 9633864658

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This is a collection of Jan Neruda's intimate, wry, bittersweet stories of life among the inhabitants of the Little Quarter of nineteenth-century Prague. These finely tuned and varied vignettes established Neruda as the quintessential Czech nineteenth-century realist, the Charles Dickens of a Prague becoming ever more aware of itself as a Czech rather than an Austrian city. Prague Tales is a classic by a writer whose influence has been acknowledged by generations of Czech writers, including Ivan Klíma, who contributes an introduction to this new translation.


Jewish Stories of Prague

Jewish Stories of Prague

Author: V. V. Tomek

Publisher: Sharpless House

Published: 2008-06-03

Total Pages: 154

ISBN-13: 1438230052

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For more than eight centuries, the Jews of Prague lived in the Prague ghetto. During that time, Jewish Prague had always been a place of much mystery to outsiders, even to the closest Christian neighbors. Uncover the secrets of this long forgotten world. Learn about how the famous Old-New Synagogue received its name; about the four words that saved the Prague Jews in the Middle Ages; about Rabbi Loew and his Golem who could be brought to life by inserting a magic card into his mouth; about the Candelabra of Jerusalem finding its way to Prague; about hard-working Maisel and his inheritance; about how the faith of Pinkas was tried; about learned Rabbi Rashi's grave; and about much more.


Two Stories of Prague

Two Stories of Prague

Author: Rainer Maria Rilke

Publisher: UPNE

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 9780874517897

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The first English translation of two stories from Rilke's earliest prose work.


Haunted Prague

Haunted Prague

Author: Esther Feske

Publisher:

Published: 2019-09-02

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 9781572161207

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Prague is the most haunted of places. It is a city where magic and mystery can be found at every turn. The thirty-nine supernatural legends in this book, all but one associated with notable tourist attractions, are more than fascinating stories set in Prague. They also capture the city's images and imagination better than any guidebook or history book. This is not a collection of folktales, but only of supernatural legends for which Prague is unsurpassed. The writing is original, and the setting of each tale is described in detail to allow even an armchair traveler a magical tour of this captivating city. The stories also serve as the framework for providing an overview of Czech history and culture as we celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the First Czechoslovak Republic.


Who’s Who on Prague’s Charles Bridge - Stories of Statues and Saints

Who’s Who on Prague’s Charles Bridge - Stories of Statues and Saints

Author: Lubor Matěj

Publisher: iPublishing, spol. s r. o.

Published: 2023-04-01

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 8090648215

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Experience the wonder and beauty of the the world`s largest open-air gallery - Prague’s Charles Bridge like never before. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through time and art with our audio-visual smartphone-friendly guide. Our guides are unlike anything you've seen before! Key Features: 🔎 Comprehensive guide to the sculptures of Charles Bridge.🎨 Fascinating stories behind the Baroque sculptures and their creators.😇 Lives of the saints and what they are patron saints of. 🎵 Audio commentary for each sculpture.*) 🔷 User-friendly design for easy navigation on smartphones. 🎥 More than 130 stunning pictures. As you stroll along the bridge, you'll find that most of the statues are those of saints who can serve as intercessors in specific situations in life. Our guide provides information on which saints to turn to for help in finding lost items, happy marriages, safe travels, hopeless situations and many more. Discover these fascinating facts and more in our guide optimized for mobile viewing. Our guide feels more like a sleek app than a traditional e-book. ❓ Did you know that Saint John of Nepomuk, the statue of whom is the most famous statue on Charles Bridge and has been replicated over 60,000 times around the world, did not actually live the life of a saint. ❓Or that Saint Wenceslaus, known from the carol "Good King Wenceslas," has three depictions on the bridge ❓But it's not just the saints that have fascinating stories about them. The Turk sculpture on the Prague Bridge, which guards Christian captives, is ironically the most popular statue for domestic visitors. ❓Find out why and understand the meaning behind the proverb "He stood there like a Turk on the (Prague) Bridge". ⭕️ Charles Bridge, the iconic structure of Prague, which has been on the UNESCO list for more than thirty years, is not only the most famous building in Central Europe, but also the largest outdoor gallery with more than 30 sculptures and 70 figures. Our guide is designed to help you avoid feeling overwhelmed and instead make an informed decision about which sculptures to see and why they're important. ❗️Our guide is designed for reading on a smartphone screen and includes 55 audio commentaries *) for added convenience. Interactive links make navigation a breeze, and underlined text links lead to different sections of the guide, including lists of sculptures, statues, sculptors, and donors. Experience the Charles Bridge like never before and create unforgettable memories with our guide. Unlock the full experience and download our sample today! *) Audio commentaries are included in the GOLD and BLUE editions


Old Prague Legends

Old Prague Legends

Author: Magdalena Wagnerová

Publisher: Nakladatelství PLOT

Published:

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13:

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29 tales of legends associated with several well-known sites of old Prague


Beautiful Stories of Golden Prague

Beautiful Stories of Golden Prague

Author: Eduard Petiška

Publisher:

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13:

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"Here you can read of old Bohemian rulers and artists, rich men of Prague and its poor, the renowned buildings of the ancient city, the loves of its people, their moments of happiness and of suffering. The fate of the Czech nation is reflected in the legends wreathing the capital city of the Bohemian kingdom. This selective choice of the most attractive Prague stroies will be your guide on your walks through Prague."--Provided by Publisher.