Hordubal

by Karel Capek

Overview

Hordubal is a Czech novel, written by Karel Capek. It was first published in 1933. It is an examination of the difference between internal and external knowledge. It is considered part of a trilogy with Meteor and An Ordinary Life. Juraj Hordubal returns home to Carpathian Ruthenia after eight years of hard work in America. He is looking forward to seeing his devoted wife Polana and daughter Hafia. Everything is greatly idealised in his eyes as he expects everyone to welcome him warmly. However, the reality is different, he is accepted very coldly but hopes that things will get better soon and everyone will get used to his presence.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781784350796
Publisher:	Jiahu Books
Publication date:	04/16/2014
Pages:	92
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.22(d)
Language:	Czech

About the Author

Karel Capek wurde am 9. Januar 1890 in Malé Svatonovice geboern und starb am 25. Dezember 1938 in Prag. Er war einer der wichtigsten tschechischen Schriftsteller des 20. Jahrhunderts.

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