The stories in this collection tackle great events and figures of history, myth, and literature in unexpected ways, questioning views on such basic concepts as justice, progress, wisdom, belief, and patriotism.
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The stories in this collection tackle great events and figures of history, myth, and literature in unexpected ways, questioning views on such basic concepts as justice, progress, wisdom, belief, and patriotism.
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Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include From the library of labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys dvds etc. We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.
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Good. Item has stickers attached to cover and/or pages that have not been removed to prevent damage. Cover/Case has some rubbing and edgewear. Access codes, CD's, slipcovers and other accessories may not be included.
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North haven. 1997. Catbird Press. 1st American Printing of This New Translation. Very Good in Wrappers. 0945774346. Translated from the Czech and with an introduction by Norma Comrada. 190 pages. paperback. Cover design by Chris Lione. keywords: Literature Czech Translated Eastern Europe. FROM THE PUBLISHER-In these tales, Karel Capek approaches great events and figures of history, myth, and literature in startling ways. Jesus's loaves-and-fishes miracle is described from the point of a view of an otherwise sympathetic baker. Townspeople argue about who's to blame for the approaching hordes of Attila the Hun. Abbots and smiths, servants and soldiers, judges and gods appear in these humorous, thought provoking, and sometimes frightening tales. This book contains all new translations, as well as some stories that have not yet appeared in English. inventory #34401.
