Writers Under Siege (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781845194406)

This History presents a broad canvas of post-war Czech literary developments within the cultural and political context of the times. Information is provided about the many English-language translations from Czech literature, and the circumstances in which these translations came about. Analysis is by way of quoting from original Czech works, especially poetry, with English translation. 'Profiles of the Most Important Czech Writers since 1945' gives biographical and bibliographical details about the most important post-war Czech writers, and links to secondary literature in English. The volume also includes a bibliographical list of the most important works in English on Czech history, literary history and politics, as well as a list of anthologies of Czech post-war literature in English. Originally published in Czech, this English translation has been entirely re-worked, taking the needs of the English-speaking reader and student into consideration. 'Writers Under Siege' is intended for all readers interested in or studying the literatures and cultures of Central Europe. It is essential reading for students of Czech and Slavonic Studies.

Author: Holy
ISBN-10: 1845194403
ISBN-13: 9781845194406
Publisher: Liverpool University Press
Language: English
Published: 08/09/2010
Pages: 362
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.50h x 6.70w x 0.80d