JAROSLAV HASEK IN THE FAMILY NEST AND OTHER STORIES

Discover the world of satire and humor of Jaroslav Hasek, the author of the unforgettable Adventures of the Good Soldier Švejk. This collection of short stories contains lesser-known but equally brilliant works that entertain and encourage reflection. Immerse yourself in the absurd world of the Czech writer full of irony and social criticism.

• Satirical view of reality
• Brilliant humor and irony
• Social criticism in a light form
• Unforgettable characters and situations
• Collection of short stories from various creative periods of Hasek
• Ideal for lovers of Czech literature
• 2025 edition in paperback

Jaroslav Hasek (1883-1923) was an extremely colorful and controversial figure. In addition to writing, he was involved in satire, performed in cabarets, and even founded the Party of Moderate Progress within the Limits of the Law. His works, although often humorous, always contained a deep social and political message. In the short stories collected in this volume, Hasek, with his characteristic irony, portrays human weaknesses and absurdities of everyday life.

In "The Tragedy of the Merchant" Hasek shows in a distorting mirror the relations between the citizen and the tax office. Everyone who has ever tried to settle accounts with the tax authorities will find familiar situations and emotions in this story. The writer humorously describes how the tax office, like a predator, bombards the citizen with questions and forms, gradually increasing the pressure and threats. It is a satire on the bureaucracy and insensitivity of the system, which remains relevant despite the passage of time.

The publishing house vis-a-vis Etiuda presents this collection of short stories in a careful edition, taking care to preserve the original style and humor of Hasek. The book was published in 2025 in paperback, which makes it an ideal gift for every lover of Czech literature and satire. The 195x126 mm format makes the book handy and comfortable to read.

Reach for "In the Family Nest and Other Stories" and immerse yourself in the world of humor and satire of Jaroslav Hasek. Discover lesser-known but equally valuable works by the author of Švejk, which entertain and encourage reflection on the human and social condition.