Vaculik, Ludvik
A Czech Dreambook
- ISBN 13:
- 9788024638522
- author:
- Vaculik, Ludvik
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Karolinum Press, Charles University
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 450
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 12.7 centimetres (0.95 kg
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Collections, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
A Czech Dreambook by Ludvík Vaculík is a unique and introspective work that explores the complexities of life under communist rule. In 1979, the author found himself struggling with writer's block, prompting him to start a diary - a mixture of personal reflections, observations, and fiction. Over the course of fifty-four weeks, Vaculík's entries evolved into an inverted roman à clef, weaving together the lives of his family, loved ones, and those around him. This innovative work offers a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of the Czech underground during a tumultuous period in history. Through its blend of personal narrative, social commentary, and literary experimentation, A Czech Dreambook presents a thought-provoking exploration of identity, creativity, and the human condition under oppressive regimes.
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