Literature of Brno – new books, upcoming festivals, famous writers

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Birthplace of Czech writer Bohumil Hrabal

October 7, 2010

Bohumil Hrabal (1914-1997) was among the most popular Czech writers of the 20th century. Has born in Brno, in quarter Židenice, near a nice local cemetery.

Kundera's birthplace

Birthplace of Milan Kundera, world famous novelist

September 7, 2010

It is located in quarter Královo Pole, at 6 Purkyňova st., next do Dobrák swimming pool and quite near the complex of University of Technology and IBM.

Claire Legendre

Month of author reading: meet renowed French writers

June 29, 2010

This July, you may enjoy performances of popular and influental French writers; they are going to read aloud their works in theatre Husa na provázku.

Milan Kundera

Milan Kundera awarded the honorary citizenship of Brno

January 26, 2010

It is unlikely that Kundera would attend the evening ceremony, as he travels to the Czech republic only rarely and always in a disguise.

Guerilla Readers 2010 calendar

Calendar showing nude librarians becomes an instant hit

January 7, 2010

Non-profit Guerilla Readers prepared a 2010 calendar with nude pictures of library studies undergraduates, taken in the Moravian library.

Jan Skácel

Jan Skácel, the greatest bard of Moravia, died 20 years ago

November 7, 2009

Skácel’s work was influenced by south Moravian traditions and nature as well as by minimalist Chinese poetry.

The Glass Room

Novel inspired by Villa Tugendhat nominated for Man Booker Prize

August 1, 2009

The Glass Room by Simon Mawer is among the 13 books nominated for Man Booker Prize.

Accommodation with the best value for money in the town, recommended by Brno Now readers:

For backpackers: Hostel Mitte

Hostel Mitte

  • Located in the historical centre, 5 minutes from main station
  • New and clean hostel (est. 2011) in a cool medieval building, free Wi-Fi and a tiny café serving excellent coffee
  • Beds from €20
  • Alternatives: Hostel Fléda, Iberica

The convenient choice: VV Hotel

Hotel VV

  • Well rated by families with young children
  • Sauna, whirlpool and free parking
  • In walking distance (300 m) to main station, Petrov cathedral and the historical centre
  • Next to the largest downtown shopping mall, Vaňkovka
  • Single room: €49, double room: €64
  • Alternatives: U Šuláka, Pension na Dvořákově

The luxurious choice: Barceló (a.k.a. Comsa Palace)

Hotel Barceló

  • Beautifully restored historical building
  • Right next to the catedral & town's nicest park
  • In walking distance to the best restaurants, cafés, galleries and sightseeings
  • Single bed: €96+, double room: €209+
  • Alternatives: International, Royal Ricc, Hotel Cyro, Grandhotel

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