Prodlouen sonta ivota Boeny Nmcov Strnadov Anna (2020)

This historical novel by Anna Strnadov, winner of the Reflex weekly literary award, draws inspiration from the life of Boena Nmcov, the most renowned Czech female author. With the help of a mysterious patron, Nmcov finally experiences a dignified and happy life. Through reminiscences, the story returns to her childhood and youth, her fateful loves, and her later family life with her husband Josef and their children. Woven through the entire narrative is the Czech writers effort to uncover the mystery of her origins. The book is in Czech.