Eduard Petiška - The Golem... from the old Prague

The world-famous book by the Czech writer is based on rare sources and presents a collection of stories and poetic tales from the old Prague Jewish town. The book will take you to the medieval Jewish town among the respected rabbis and ordinary citizens. You will learn much about the life of the famous Rabbi Löw, his childhood, his conversations with Emperor Rudolf II and the creation of the mysterious Golem. The stories also tell, for example, about the Prague Jewish cemetery or the building of the new synagogue, today's Old-New Synagogue. The Jewish tales, fairy tales and legends of medieval Prague have a special atmosphere and are sure to fascinate both adult and child readers.

• 14,5 x 20 cm, 96 pages
• paperback
• Language: English