Renaissance Prague

At the end of the fifteenth century, when the Jagiellons and first Habsburg rulers sat on Pragues throne, the character of the citys municipalities began to transition from medieval to Renaissance. In Renaissance Prague, historian Elika Fukov paints a vivid picture of the Bohemian capital during this time of sweeping change. As Fukov reveals, this period saw the evolution of new architectural motifs across the city. In particular, there was a distinct transformation of Prague Castle, including the construction of well-known features such as the Ball Game Hall and Queen Annes Summer Palace. Featuring a concise historical overview and a guide to prominent figures of the time, as well as a variety of illustrationsfrom artwork to archival images, contemporary photographs, and mapsFukovs book is a beautiful, enlightening tour through the Renaissance metropolis of the Bohemian Kingdom.