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Literatures of small nations represent a minuscule portion of the global literary marketplace, where books written in English outnumber translated works. The struggle for visibility in relation to dominant languages and cultures is not new in Slovakia, a nation of five million whose literary history has been shaped by the influence of more widely spoken languages including Hungarian, Czech, and Russian. Home and the World in Slovak Writing brings Slovak literature out of this isolation to tell the story of how a nation's literature can survive and thrive despite a small domestic audience and relatively limited circulation in English translation. The book demonstrates how historic events such as the post-Stalin Thaw, the Prague Spring, and the Velvet Revolution moulded the Slovak canon and situates contemporary Slovak literature in broader regional and global contexts. Through case studies of the transformations and adaptations of Slovak literature, contributors examine the changing social roles of writers, the tensions between tradition and innovation, and the dynamic interactions between influences from the outside world and domestic sources of inspiration. Home and the World in Slovak Writing maps the relationship between geopolitical destiny and literary production at a critical moment. As relations between the East and the West are destabilized by war, the question of cultural identity has again become a matter of national survival in Central Europe.

Dodajte Overworldu štipku mágie a postavte 20 nových miniprojektov od lagúny morských víl a džinovej lampy až po dračie brlohy a čarodejné veže. Nájdete tu aj obrovský kúzelnícky klobúk z ktorého vyskakujú králiky! S ilustrovanými návodmi a tipmi krok za krokom vytvoríte množstvo magických stavieb, ktorými ohromíte svojich kamarátov!

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to England. Discover England's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from hiking the epic clifftops of the Seven Sisters from Beachy Head to Eastbourne; to enjoying a tipple of scrumpy cider, freshly pressed from the apple orchards of central and south Somerset; and exploring the gaudy graffiti and political street-art murals of Brick Lane and Shoreditch in London. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's England travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate England effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of London Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Cutty Sark to Stonehenge and Royal Sandringham Estate Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with English culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: London; Canterbury & Southeast England; Oxford, the Cotswolds & the Thames Valley; Bristol, Bath & Southwest England; Devon & Cornwall; Cambridge & East Anglia; Birmingham & the Midlands; Yorkshire; Manchester, Liverpool & Northwest England; The Lakes, Cumbria & the Northeast Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's England.

Hvězdy současné české literární scény spojily své síly a připravily pro čtenáře sbírku dechberoucích detektivních příběhů. Ponořte se do temných hlubin světa zločinu, užívejte si rafinované zápletky a nečekaná rozuzlení, zapojte své malé šedé buňky a pátrejte po pachatelích, jejich motivech a detailech způsobu provedení. I ten sebeopatrnější vrah totiž někde zpravidla udělá chybu. Nebo může zůstat zločin nepotrestán? Existují snad situace, kdy zdánlivě ušlechtilé cíle mohou ospravedlnit hrůzný čin? V této povídkové sbírce není o napětí ani překvapení nouze a zločinci mohou pocházet z nejnižších vrstev, stejně jako z akademických kruhů…

Do sedla, SpongeKovboji! Na SpongeBoba čeká dramatické a záludné setkání s mechanickým hřebcem! A pokud by vám to připadalo málo, máme pro vás připravenou také podmořskou ságu - "Střetnutí ve stinné mělčině".

Tales of human wolves have been with us since early medieval times, combined here with new stories from modern writers in the stunning, Gothic Fantasy series. There's more to being a wolf than just howling at the moon! Stories about werewolves, shapeshifting humans, rivalries and alliances between vampyr and werewolves abound in this new volume in the Gothic Fantasy series, bringing modern stories from short submissions to mix with the folklore and mythology of medieval times. The word 'were' traces back more than a thousand years, coming from the Old English 'wer', meaning Man, then combined with wolf but here you'll also find old Norse legends such as Fenrir (born of Loki), prophesied to defeat Odin at Ragnarök, and early Slavic myths and rituals in which were-wolf skins are removed and stolen. New stories explore wolves which might have been human, changing by choice at the howl of the moon, or people cursed and damned to be wolves for all time. Is that why the lone wolf is alone? The wolfish grin is a little shy? Is that why we wolf down our food? Is there a wolf inside us all, in the forests around us, hunting us, haunting us, protecting itself and its kind? It's a glorious new book of power and identity, horror and romance. New, contemporary and notable writers featured are: Richard Beauchamp, Charlotte Bond, B.A. Booher, Ramsey Campbell, Catherine Cavendish), E.C. Dorgan, Roy Graham, Maria Haskins, Rebecca Jones-Howe, Andrew Lyall, Mark Patrick Lynch, Clara MacGauffin, Natasha Marshall, Jim Moss, James Musgrave, Plangdi Neple, Aggie Novak, Rachel Nussbaum, Natalie Shea, M.M. Williams, Zez Wyatt, and Wen Wen Yang. These appear alongside classic work by Algernon Blackwood, Gilbert Edward Campbell, Saki, and more, as well as a range of mythology, legends and folklore. The Flame Tree Gothic Fantasy, Classic Stories and Epic Tales collections bring together the entire range of myth, folklore and modern short fiction. Highlighting the roots of suspense, supernatural, science fiction and mystery stories the books in Flame Tree Collections series are beautifully presented, perfect as a gift and offer a lifetime of reading pleasure.

Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions. Lace up your walking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Reach Kinder Scout, the Peak District's highest point, for stunning views of the wild surrounding countryside; discover ancient fossils, grassy cliffs and fishing villages along Yorkshire's coastline; and find the perfect beer garden pit-stop on an all-day Dartmoor stomp. Inside Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain: Discover 60 escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventure Each walk features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and walking tips Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best walks to complete 'Also try' recommendations introduce additional walks nearby 'Our Picks' section highlights the best: hikes to a pub, bodies of water and mountain walk experiences Local travel experts share their favourite walks Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, walking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and more Covers: Cumbria & the Lakes; Devon & Cornwall; Southwest England; Northern England; Central England; Southeast & East England; London; Scotland; Wales Set out on foot with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain and explore the breathtaking landscapes of this very special part of the world.

Trees, Time, Architecture introduces living plant construction as an important tool to improve the climate in our cities. In the form of a magazine, the volume brings together a variety of views on the relationship between trees and architecture, urban spaces, modernism, politics, feminism, and cultural values. This collage of historical, research-based and creative perspectives looks at how living trees can be preserved, used, and appreciated in the Anthropocene by taking into account their temporal dimension. It highlights ancient examples of living plant architecture, such as the root bridges of the Khasi people in India, Nordic mythology with its representation of a tree as a cosmological symbol, and the architectural use of living trees in the Roman Empire. The essays, photographs, memoirs, film reviews, and conversations in this book are supplemented with exemplary architectures, new research approaches, and current design methods. They illustrate dynamic processes in which trees play a key role as constantly changing organisms. They invite a transdisciplinary examination of relationships between people, trees, and architecture, as well as their rethinking and further development in our time of constant change and limited resources.

This is dub poetry: bold and musical, funny and furious. This collection brings together the work of nine inventive and brilliant poets who defined and drove the dub poetry genre. From the Caribbean, Canada and the UK, the poetry in this collection spans forty years, as dub became a powerful cultural and creative force. With roots in the reggae culture of 1970s Kingston, dub poetry uses the vivid expressions of everyday spoken language to describe and challenge the experience of life on the margins. Early dub poetry took on police violence, slums and poverty. Later, as Caribbean migrants arrived in countries like Britain and Canada, dub poets faced new issues: racism, discrimination and hostility. Over four difficult decades, dub gave marginalised people a voice for their anger, defiance and creativity. It was the soundtrack to post-Windrush culture. Serious and humorous, alive and urgent, here is the very best of dub poetry. The poets included in this collection are: Oku Onuora, Mikey Smith, Mutabaruka, Jean 'Binta' Breeze, James Berry, Benjamin Zephaniah, Ahdri Zhina Mandiela, Lillian Allen and Afua Cooper.

Bublina č. 33 je venovaná geniálnemu vynálezu, ktorý posunul ľudstvo vpred míľovou otočkou. Áno, je to koleso – a všetko, čo sa okolo neho točí! Dočítate sa, kedy a kde vznikli prvé kolesá, ktoré športy sú výhradne kolieskové a ako by mohla vyzerať doprava budúcnosti. Sú ľudia, ktorí strávia na kolesách celý život. Neveríte? Tak čítajte! Navrhnite si vlastné pretekárske auto a objavte ekologickú nádej cestovania v našej krajine. S Oliho bandou sa dozviete, ako fungujú ozubené kolesá a so Šašom Vtipťapom roztočíte koleso šťastia. Viete, čo znamená mať o koliesko navyše? Duška a Luška vám to rady vysvetlia. A keď to s novou Bublinou poriadne roztočíte, zistíte toho ešte omnoho viac!

Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Athens. This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from exploring Athens Central market and its spice-laden streets; to seeing the historic starting point of the Panathenaic Procession at Kerameikos, the city's ancient burial ground; and touring the history of modern Greek painting at the sparkling National Gallery. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Athens travel guide: Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1 - 7 days All-new structure and design that’s easy to use so you can navigate Athens effortlessly Exciting ‘Three Perfect Days’ itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors Vibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of Athens Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area’s personality and unique experiences Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Acropolis to Ancient Agora and Filopappou Hill Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; navigating transport confidently; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Covers: Acropolis Area; Monastiraki & Psyrri; Syntagma & Plaka; Kolonaki & Ilisia; Pangrati & Mets; Exarhia, Omonia & Kypseli; Filopappou Hill, Thisio & Petralona; Keramikos, Gazi & Metaxourgio plus day trips to Athens Riviera; Temple of Poseidon at Sounion; Attica Wineries Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Athens.

Zakynthos, Korčula, Sicílie, Francouzská Polynésie… Konečně začíná vysněná dovolená! Kdo by netoužil odletět do teplých krajů lenošit u moře, popíjet koktejly, sbírat mušle a nechat se ovívat přímořským vánkem ve stínu palem či pinií. Jedenáct známých českých autorek a autorů poslalo své hrdiny na mořské pláže užít si exotiky, klidu, společného rodinného odpočinku či vzpamatovat se z životních karambolů, ale ukazuje, že pohoda se může zvrtnout i v idylických kulisách. Rodinné štěstí se občas změní v nečekané drama, nejednomu pánovi se postaví do cesty sexy opálené tělo chtivé plavkyně, a než se nadějete, z dětí jsou samostatní dospělí a z výletníků trosečníci…

Putting a Witcher twist on family life, this delightful collection of comics features Geralt of Rivia as your average monster-slaying dad, trying to raise young Ciri to be a good kid while teaching her all about life as a witcher—a perfect gift for parents and The Witcher fans of all ages. Young Ciri's extensive training at Kaer Morhen, the witchers' stronghold, includes everything she needs to learn to survive the many threats in her world . . . as well as all the antics and fun of a little girl bonding with her adoptive dad and family. With help from Geralt and Ciri's closest companions—including the motherly magic of Yennefer of Vengerberg and the wisdom of uncle Vesemir—these adorable tales of a non-traditional family will make you laugh, make you sigh, and make you realize that raising a Little Witcher is not that different from raising any other kid. Sure, bedtime stories might include warnings of monsters who fart when surprised, and Geralt might invoke the Witcher Code to get Ciri to brush her teeth or clean her room, but even the formidable White Wolf knows to surrender when it comes to bedtime battles or Afternoon Tea with the toys. The Little Witcher is perfect for: The Witcher fans raising little Ciris of their own Readers who believe in the power of chosen families Baby showers (don’t forget Dad!) Father’s Day or Mother’s Day gifts Players looking for a light-hearted twist on their favorite game Families who like cute, magical comics The Witcher fans looking to spend more time in Kaer Morhen

Parné prázdninové dny plné letních lásek, přátelství i nečekaných odhalení – zažijte chvíle strávené v záři slunce ve společnosti hrdinů povídek od známých českých autorek literatury pro mládež, knižních influencerů a vítězky literární soutěže. V příbězích se vydáte na koupaliště, na chatu k babičce i na písečnou pláž – a ať už léto patří mezi vaše oblíbené roční období, nebo ne, na tyhle prázdniny dlouho nezapomenete!

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Sicily. Discover Sicily's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from cycling to the untamed island beach of Cala Rossa, to treasure hunting in vintage shacks in Palermo's flea market, and becoming a salt worker for the day in saltpans south of Trapani. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Sicily travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Sicily effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Sicily Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from climbing Mount Etna to exploring Villa Romana del Casale Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Sicilian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Palermo, Western Sicily, Tyrrhenian Coast, Aeolian Islands, Ionian Coast, Syracuse & the Southeast, Central Sicily, Mediterranean Coast Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Sicily.

This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience Greece travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences from hiking ancient trails up the thickly forested slopes of Mt Olympus, to swimming in the crystal waters that lap Naxos island's beaches, and touring volcanic vineyards to taste crisp asyrtiko white wines on Santorini. Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience Greece travel guide: Our Experience guidebook format is led by local experts who provide in-the-know tips so you can plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventure Easy-to-use regional and activity based itineraries help you get off-the-beaten-track and tailor a trip to your interests Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy views Vibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of Athens Connect with local traditions and trends through fun insights from exploring art in Athens during economic crisis, to learning about the ancient Minoan civilisation, and enjoying the fruits of Aegean vineyards Practical information on money, getting around, unique places to stay and responsible travel, plus handy seasonal calendars on where to go, when to travel and what to pack QR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how and travel secrets Covers: Athens; Thessaloniki & Northern Greece; Delphi & Central Greece; Peloponnese; Saronic Gulf Escape; Ionian Islands; Crete; Cyclades; Dodecanese; Drinking Ouzo on Lesvos Create your own dream travel itinerary and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience Greece.