Czech History

Embark on an immersive journey into the captivating history of Bohemia with "Czech History" by Kytka Hilmarova. In the pages that follow, you will trace the footsteps of Czech ancestors, explore the dynamic narratives of ancient kingdoms, and unearth the cultural, social, and political milestones that have shaped this vibrant nation into what it stands as today.

This book stands as a tribute to the past and a celebration of the remarkable individuals who have shaped the course of the nation. However, it is important to acknowledge the origins of this work. While its foundation lies in the writings of Josef Václav Nikolau, a talented author who accomplished much in his tragically short life, "Czech History" has undergone a significant transformation. What began as a translation of his work, "Dějepis český v obrazích pro českoslovanskou mládež na Skolílch národních," (Czech History in Pictures for Czechoslovak Youth at National Schools) has evolved into a comprehensive reinterpretation, combining elements from the original text with substantial additions and reimagined prose.

From the earliest human settlements to the medieval era, the Renaissance, and beyond, the book delves into the depths of time, unraveling the remarkable stories of the Czech people and their enduring contributions to the world. It invites readers to join in the exploration of the rich tapestry of Bohemia's past, celebrating the legacy of a resilient and visionary nation.

As you journey through the pages of "Czech History," you will uncover the triumphs, struggles, and extraordinary stories that have shaped this nation.

Includes chapters on the following: Ancient Bohemia, How the Boii Came to Bohemia, Maroboduus, the King of the Markomanni, The Marcomannic War, Slavs, Czech-Slovaks, Samo, The First Slavic King, Budeček School, Libuše a Přemysl, Prince Hostivit, Saints Cyril and Methodius, King Svatopluk, Christianity in Bohemia, Saint Ivan (John), Saint Ludmila, Saint Wenceslas, Founding of St. Vitus Cathedral, Boleslav I and II, Saint Adalbert, Sons of Boleslav II, Břetislav I, Spytihněv II, Vratislav II, Břetislav II, Extinction of the Vršovice Family, Božetěch and Kosmas, Duke Soběslav, Vladislav II and the Holy Land, Vladislav the Peaceful, King Přemysl Otakar I, King Václav, Brave Jaroslav, Přemysl Otakar II, Václav II, Death of the Přemyslid Dynasty, Elizabeth of Přemyslid, Jan of Luxembourg, Death of King Jan,  The Legend of Karlovy Vary, Arnošt of Pardubice, Tomáš of Štítné, Václav IV, Master Jan Hus, Jan Žižka of Trocnov, Battle of Lipany, King Ladislav and Jan Jiskra, George of Poděbrady, King Vladislav II,  Daniel Adam of Veleslavín, Battle of White Mountain, John Amos Comenius, Albrecht von Wallenstein, The Thirty Years War, František Antonín, Count Špork, Karel Skřeta and Petr Brandi, Marie Theresa, Joseph II, Emperor Francis I, Ferdinand I, František Josef I, Renaissance of Czech Literature, The Bohemian Revival, Czechoslovak Declaration of Independence, Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk, Edvard Beneš, The Munich Agreement, German Occupation of Czechoslovakia, Josef Gabčík, End of World War II, Rise of Communism, Stalinist Era, Prague Spring, Soviet Occupation, Normalization Era, The Velvet Revolution, Václav Havel, Post-Communist Era, Consolidation Period, European Integration Era and more.