"The otherworldly Karou struggles to come to terms with who and what she is, and how far she'll go to avenge her people"--

In this retelling of the fairy tale Sleeping Beauty, Princess Elyce escapes unscrupulous King Conrad by taking a sleeping potion, and after Sir Gerard wakes her with a kiss they begin their journey to Prague in the dead of winter. France, 1382. Princess Elyce is being forced to marry, thus forming an alliance that will enrich her father but enslave her kingdom. She feigns her death and flees to Prague to beg King Wenceslaus to help save her people....

The story illustrates the principles from Matthew 5:44. Two wounded knights on opposites sides during the Hussite Wars learn to love and pray for each other.

Discusses the geography and climate, history, wildlife, economy, government, people, religion, and culture of the Czech Republic.

"The powerful and sensitively told true story of the Czech Kindertransport, which rescued 669 children from Nazi persecution on the eve of World War II"--Provided by publisher. "This powerful story is told from the collective perspective of the children who were rescued from Czechoslovakia on the eve of World War II, as Hitler's campaign of hatred toward Jews and political dissidents took hold. The narrative starts in 1938 and follows the children...

"A proud nation that has overcome adversity time after time through its long history, the Czech Republic stands as a gateway between Eastern and Western Europe. Readers will explore its beautiful landscapes, visit its amazing cities, and see how people live there today. They will also learn about the Czech Republic's history, its current government and economy, and what role it plays in world events"--Publisher's website.

Describes how the culture of Czech Republic is reflected in its many festivals, including the Prague Spring International Music Festival, the Chrudim Puppet Festival, and the Burning of the Witches.