My Slovakia, My Family

My Slovakia, My Family
Author: John Palka
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Slovakia
ISBN: 9781933794556

True to its title this book presents much of the history of Slovakia while narrating the story of the author's family, one of the most notable in the country's history. Part genealogy, part historical analysis, and part immigrant story Palka¿s narrative covers a span of 300 years. Starting in the era of the craft guilds the book concludes with the author¿s personal encounters in the Slovakia of today ¿ a Slovakia that reflects both the culture and its turbulent history. Including ordinary people as well as towering historical figures, this is a fascinating and superbly documented biography of the Hod¿a and Pálka families' significant role in Slovak history.

My Slovakia

My Slovakia
Author: Lil Junas
Publisher:
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2001
Genre: Slovak Americans
ISBN:

A False Dawn

A False Dawn
Author: Elena Lacková
Publisher: Univ of Hertfordshire Press
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2000
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9781902806006

Ilona Lakova's darked skinned illiterate Gypsy father fell in love with her pale skinned Polish mother whilst a prisoner in Russia during the First World War. They returned to his mothers house in a Gypsy settlement on the edge of the village of Saris in Slovakia where their family of nine grew up, despised and mocked by the peasants on whom they depended for work. Ilona describes in simple unaffected language what it was like to be part of a tight knit community bound together by language, customs, music and a love of family, the spirit of Romipen.

My Nitra

My Nitra
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2015
Genre:
ISBN: 9789653084957

My First Slovak Alphabets Picture Book with English Translations

My First Slovak Alphabets Picture Book with English Translations
Author: Kristina S.
Publisher:
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2019-12-19
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780369600479

Did you ever want to teach your kids the basics of Slovak ? Learning Slovak can be fun with this picture book. In this book you will find the following features: Slovak Alphabets. Slovak Words. English Translations.

Slovakia in History

Slovakia in History
Author: Mikuláš Teich
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 435
Release: 2011-02-03
Genre: History
ISBN: 1139494945

Until the dissolution of Czechoslovakia, Slovakia's identity seemed inextricably linked with that of the former state. This book explores the key moments and themes in the history of Slovakia from the Duchy of Nitra's ninth-century origins to the establishment of independent Slovakia at midnight 1992–3. Leading scholars chart the gradual ethnic awakening of the Slovaks during the Reformation and Counter-Reformation and examine how Slovak national identity took shape with the codification of standard literary Slovak in 1843 and the subsequent development of the Slovak national movement. They show how, after a thousand years of Magyar-Slovak coexistence, Slovakia became part of the new Czechoslovak state from 1918–39, and shed new light on its role as a Nazi client state as well as on the postwar developments leading up to full statehood in the aftermath of the collapse of communism in 1989. There is no comparable book in English on the subject.

Slovakia

Slovakia
Author: Karen Henderson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2003-08-29
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1134496486

Since Slovakia achieved independent statehood at the end of 1992 it has become one of the most prosperous post-communist states. This book provides a unique and thorough introduction to Slovakia and will enable the reader to understand its multi-faceted nature. The book includes chapters on Twentieth Century History, Politics, Economy and International Relations.

Slovakia Travel Guide

Slovakia Travel Guide
Author: Daniel Windsor
Publisher: Interactive Media Licensing
Total Pages: 27
Release: 2024-10-26
Genre: Travel
ISBN:

Slovakia, a country nestled in the heart of Europe, is a land of deep historical roots, rich cultural traditions, and striking natural beauty. It is a country that remains somewhat undiscovered compared to its neighboring countries, offering a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern vitality. For travelers looking to experience a different facet of Europe, Slovakia provides a diverse range of attractions, from medieval towns and castles to scenic mountain landscapes and lively cities. With its strategic location, Slovakia has long been a crossroad of various civilizations, contributing to its complex and fascinating history. In the modern era, it has emerged as a vibrant, forward-thinking country, with a growing tourism industry. However, it remains true to its traditions, with many customs and festivals continuing to play an essential role in daily life. This guide is designed to offer you a comprehensive view of Slovakia, highlighting the country's most significant features. Whether you're a history buff eager to explore ancient castles, a nature lover drawn to the beauty of Slovakia's mountainous national parks, or someone interested in experiencing its modern cities, there's something for everyone. Each chapter will take you through different aspects of Slovakian life and culture, aiming to provide a full picture of what this remarkable country has to offer.

A Country Lost, Then Found

A Country Lost, Then Found
Author: Rick Zednk
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2012-12-22
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9781481214261

Young Juraj Zednik is spending the summer of 1968 abroad when Warsaw Pact tanks invade Czechoslovakia. Sickened by the rot in his homeland, Juraj opts not to return. When the Communist regime forces him to renounce his Czechoslovak citizenship, he embarks on a new – wholly American – life. He changes his name and gains US citizenship. He does not visit family; he does not teach his children his native tongue. After the Velvet Revolution topples Communism in 1989, Juraj's son Rick decides to go and live in Bratislava. He finally connects with his grandfather who is dying and his grandmother who is nursing him. Rick's discoveries in newly-independent Slovakia give his father cause to re-connect with family and friends and to regain pride in the country he had turned his back on decades earlier.

The New Slovakia

The New Slovakia
Author: Robert William Seton-Watson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 144
Release: 1924
Genre: Czechoslovakia
ISBN: