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Josette Baer

    The Green Butterfly: Hana Ponická (1922-2007), Slovak Writer, Poetess, and Dissident
    Saul Goodman - the American Candide?
    The Vesels: The Fate of a Czechoslovak Family in 20th Century Central Europe (1918-1989)
    • 2024

      Saul Goodman - the American Candide?

      Essays on Politics, Philosophy and Film

      • 268 Seiten
      • 10 Lesestunden

      Exploring the intersection of film and political thought, this collection of seven essays by Josette Baer provides a unique analysis of notable works like The Best of Enemies, The Lost Daughter, Breaking Bad, and Better Call Saul. Baer's interdisciplinary approach weaves together politics, philosophy, and cinema, offering fresh insights into how these narratives reflect and shape political discourse. This groundbreaking publication is the first of its kind, making a significant contribution to the understanding of film as a medium for political expression.

      Saul Goodman - the American Candide?
    • 2020

      Focusing on the Slovak National Uprising of 1944, this book explores a pivotal yet under-researched aspect of WWII history. Set against the backdrop of Slovakia's alliance with Nazi Germany, it reveals how the uprising reflected the populace's resistance to the regime's ideology. Through detailed analysis, it highlights the significance of the event in demonstrating the desire for freedom and the complexities of national identity during a tumultuous period.

      The Vesels: The Fate of a Czechoslovak Family in 20th Century Central Europe (1918-1989)