PT Journal
AU Lollok, M
TI Dobiasova versus Tuckova. On novels thematizing the search for (female) spirituality
SO Bohemica Olomucensia
PY 2023
BP 194
EP 210
VL 14
IS 3
DI 10.5507/bo.2022.042
DE Contemporary Czech prose; novel; Tereza Dobiasova; Katerina Tuckova
AB The paper deals with the newest novels by Tereza Dobiasova (Tajemstvi. Neskutecny pribeh Anezky Ceske [Secret. The Unreal Story of Agnes of Bohemia]) and Katerina Tuckova (Bila Voda). Both of these works concern, among other things, the search for feminine spirituality as well as the most famous Czech saint Anezka Ceska; both are set in the Czech past (the former is set in the Middle Ages, the latter predominantly in the second half of the 20th century). The paper compares these novels and monitors similarities and differences (such as different story-construction, plot centres, focuses and goals, etc.). It also notes the similar motivation of the authors (spiritual quest), as well as their constant interest in the issue of the women's position in the contemporary society and particularly in the (Catholic) Church.
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