The most comprehensive handbook to these two fascinating countries is now in its fourth edition Catch up on the latest from the Czech and Slovak Republics: punchy reviews of the best restaurants, pubs, and accommodations in every town; insider's accounts of Prague and Bratislava; and tips on everything from clubs to opera productions. New background articles address the Romanies, racism, and the Slovak/Romanian problem.
Anyone interested in the history of the Czech and Slovak Republics over the last twenty years will find gratification in reading this book.
The book begins with an overview of the geography, climate, people, economy, and government of both the Czech and Slovak republics.
The essays in the book compare the Czech Republic and Slovakia since the breakup of Czechoslovakia in 1993. The papers deal with the causes of the divorce and discuss the political, economic and social developments in the new countries.
The book's strong comparative element will make it invaluable as well for those seeking to understand contemporary Central and Eastern Europe.
... and contributed to the production of this second edition with their letters and comments : M. Griffiths , M. Hejzlar , J. Lunn , F. C. M. Jones , A. Fricker , J. Waring , L. Eveleigh , V. Cooke , Mrs G. Hopkins , J. Wilson , B.
Based on a unique set of structured interviews with parliamentarians and additional interviews with party leaders and activists, this significant volume provides an illuminating account of the formation of the new democracies in ...
" Defining the Sovereign Community asks two central questions. First, why did the two states define sovereignty so differently?
Describes points of interest, discusses the culture of the region, and recommends hotels and restaurants.
The political complexion of the old Czechoslovakia has changed much since 1992, and these great changes are reflected in this revised guide to the Czech and Slovak Republics.
Briefly traces the history of the region, describes points of interest, and recommends hotels and restaurants.