Praga Insólita Y Secreta ('Secret' guides)

by Martin Stejskal

Una obra de arte del modernismo totalmente desconocida, los secretos de los alquimistas del castillo, el mensaje del palindromo oculto en el Puente de Carlos, los misterios de la cabala judia del gueto, la mano disecada de un ladron en una iglesia, una estatua con los intestinos a la vista, el emplazamiento del cuasimodo de Praga, el mayor tunel aerodinamico de la Republica Checa, un trozo de la gran piramide de Egipto en un cementerio de perros, un reloj que gira al reves, una casa-museo pintada de azul para su propietario musico casi ciego... Una ciudad imprescindible para los apasionados de la arquitectura, desde el barroco hasta el modernismo, pasando por el cubismo, capital europea de la alquimia y del esoterismo en el siglo XVII, Praga es una de las ciudades del mundo que alberga la mayor cantidad de maravillas ocultas al publico. Historiador, filosofo, artista y experto mundialmente conocido de la capital donde vive desde siempre, Martin Stejskal nos abre las puertas de una de las ciudades mas misteriosas y fascinantes del mundo. Una guia indispensable para quienes creian conocer bien Praga o para quienes desean descubrir la otra cara de esta ciudad."

Genres: Travel, Reference

256 pages, Paperback

First published November 12, 2013

Reviews

[Richard Demma · Rating 5 out of 5]

Marvelous collection of fascinating Prague esoterica, in a beautiful binding with photos. The author is obviously very learned in a number of fields. Selections are succint, to the point, and very insightful. A rich compendium of Prague's secrets, both weird and wonderful. The book replaces - but thankfully does not duplicate the older book, "Esoteric Prague" by Jiri Kuchar which is no longer in print. I am a tour guide in Prague, so this collection is invaluable to my work. Highly recommended.

[Boyce McClain · Rating 5 out of 5]

Prague the capital of the Czech Republic is considered one of the most beautiful cities ever seen at night. The city lights illuminates ornate cathedrals and buildings. The vista of city is displayed in all of its glory.

Come celebrate with the people of Prague, enjoy their food, roam the city and discover the secrets hidden almost behind every bend in the streets.

Author Martin Stejskal and Jonglez Publishing present Secret Prague, a small soft paperback that is your guide to local places and people.

Filled with photos and highly detailed text that delve into the magnificent city and its many wonders.

Filled with Art Nouveau masterpieces, steeped in alchemy history, Jewish traditions and a spectacular pet cemetery Prague will surprise those that venture deep within its neighborhoods, city streets, small shops and restaurants to meet its friendly citizens.

Prague is a repository of great art, impressive architecture, awe-inspiring religious cathedrals and statuary and much more.

Venture into the heart of the city, get acquainted with the locals and discover the many tucked away sights.

"Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain." — 1 Corinthians 15:58

[Em · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lovely little book that goes beyond the usual guide books - I've been in Prague a while but I didn't know about most of these places. Nice to have some links to alchemy and ghost sightings also. I will definitely be standing by Vysehrad Castle on a full moon to see if I got spot the lady in white!
Recommend for both visitors and residents of the capital.

[Benjamin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love discovering that magic in Prague. Definitely one of my favourite places in the world 🌍

[Péter Jeszenszky · Rating 2 out of 5]

Although Prague is a wonderful city and there is a lot to discover I found most of the "secrets" offered by this book uninteresting. The book looks nice but I expected more.

[Martha]

too much alchemy for me