Češi na vlásku - Příručka národního přežívání – Kuras Benjamin (2016)

It is said that nations, their character, temperament, desires, and the degree of their success or failure are the result of their history. In reality, however, it is the opposite, and the history of most nations is partly formed from legends and myths, partly from biased interpretations of a few documented and some alleged historical events, but mainly from the current consensus to perceive the collective past in a way that helps create a certain model for the future. History has always been the result of human decision-making about upcoming specific actions. This is guided by how people perceive their past at the time they make decisions. Rewriting history according to one's own conception with the intention of changing one's future is a legitimate tool for national survival. Kuras's oldest bestseller, originally written in English under the title Czechs and Balances, has over time transformed into an evergreen and updated with a new chapter, making Czech history as simple as throwing it out the window. Our national character is dissected with pleasure and wit, providing both an informative and highly entertaining view of Czech history.