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Discover a poignant journey of exile and resilience in 'Prague In My Bones' by Jindra Tichý. This compelling memoir captures the essence of a life torn between two worlds: the nostalgia of Czechoslovakia and the unexpected challenges of New Zealand. Set against the backdrop of the 1968 Soviet invasion, Tichý’s candid narrative explores themes of survival, identity, and cultural contrasts. Measuring 152 x 228 mm with 344 paperback pages, this brand-new edition, published by Quentin Wilson Publishing on June 16, 2021, invites readers into the heart of Prague’s beauty and complexity. Join Jindra as she delves into her experiences as a university lecturer forced to flee her homeland, her struggles with language and identity, and her eventual triumph in establishing a new life abroad. Her story is not just about loss; it's also about love for her native city, the friendships she forged, and the insights gained through her experiences in both her homeland and New Zealand. Perfect for readers interested in Czech history, immigration stories, and women’s narratives, 'Prague In My Bones' promises to resonate deeply. With international delivery options available, experience the transformative power of literature—order your copy today and journey through Jindra’s captivating story that beautifully intertwines personal and cultural threads. ISBN: [insert ISBN here].
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 152 x 228 mm
Pages: 344
Bind: paperback
Author: Jindra Tichy Publisher: Quentin Wilson Publishing
Publication Date: 16-06-2021
Jindra Tichý has a fascinating story to tell – one of exile and survival, of distance and painful longing. Czech born and bred, she was a lecturer in philosophy at Charles University in Prague when the country was invaded by Soviet troops in August 1968. In 1969 she was forced to flee her homeland with her young son Peter; they were on the last train to leave the country before the border was sealed. Joining her logician husband, Pavel, in England, she struggled to learn English, but slowly gained confidence and competence with the help of Jane Austin’s Emma. When Pavel was offered a job at Otago University in New Zealand, she found herself uprooted once again. After living in a communist society, Jindra found New Zealanders refreshingly honest, open and friendly, but she continued to grapple with the fact that in her homeland not only were all women expected to hold a full-time job – as well as take full responsibility for the household – here she was nothing but a full-time housewife. Determined to regain her professional status, she eventually became a lecturer at the university herself, and Dunedin has been her home ever since. After the Czech Velvet Revolution of 1989 Jindra was finally able to return to Prague, after twenty years in exile. Since then she has made annual trips to visit her beloved homeland and the remaining members of her family. In Prague in My Bones Jindra presents her great love – the beautiful city of Prague and its cultural
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 152 x 228 mm
Pages: 344
Bind: paperback
Author: Jindra Tichy Publisher: Quentin Wilson Publishing
Publication Date: 16-06-2021
Jindra Tichý has a fascinating story to tell – one of exile and survival, of distance and painful longing. Czech born and bred, she was a lecturer in philosophy at Charles University in Prague when the country was invaded by Soviet troops in August 1968. In 1969 she was forced to flee her homeland with her young son Peter; they were on the last train to leave the country before the border was sealed. Joining her logician husband, Pavel, in England, she struggled to learn English, but slowly gained confidence and competence with the help of Jane Austin’s Emma. When Pavel was offered a job at Otago University in New Zealand, she found herself uprooted once again. After living in a communist society, Jindra found New Zealanders refreshingly honest, open and friendly, but she continued to grapple with the fact that in her homeland not only were all women expected to hold a full-time job – as well as take full responsibility for the household – here she was nothing but a full-time housewife. Determined to regain her professional status, she eventually became a lecturer at the university herself, and Dunedin has been her home ever since. After the Czech Velvet Revolution of 1989 Jindra was finally able to return to Prague, after twenty years in exile. Since then she has made annual trips to visit her beloved homeland and the remaining members of her family. In Prague in My Bones Jindra presents her great love – the beautiful city of Prague and its cultural