Parting Thoughts: After Havel
Parting Thoughts: After Havel
Author(s): Martin Jan StránskýSubject(s): Cultural Essay, Political Essay, Societal Essay
Published by: Přítomnost
Keywords: Vaclav Havel;
Summary/Abstract: On February 2 of this year, Václav Havel ended his 13th year as presidentof the Czech Republic. The fact that we have barely covered this inthis issue may seem as a glaring error of omission. Yet, unlike the exit ofpresidents in established democracies, Havel’s exit has left the nation withmore questions than answers. The questions in turn, arise from the contradictionsof Havel’s presidency.
Journal: The New Presence
- Issue Year: 2003
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 48
- Page Count: 1
- Language: English