The Three Golden Keys – Sís Petr (2007)

A fascinating illustrated book about Prague, where historical legends intertwine with personal stories and memories. A black cat guides us through the winding streets of the Old Town and Lesser Town, helping us find the keys to the locks of our own childhood. Three golden keys unlock the mysterious doors of old Prague legends about Bruncvík, the Golem, and Master Hanuš. This legendary book, prepared for publication by Jacqueline Kennedy, was first released in New York in 1994. Now, it returns to readers in the author's homeland in a Czech version. ------------------ A world-renowned artist brings to life the magic of Prague and its legends. In this allegorical tale, a man in a hot-air balloon is thrown off course in a violent storm, landing him in the city of his youth. He finds the way to his old home, but the house is dark, with three rusty padlocks on the door. A black cat with eyes of fire appears and leads him through Prague's silent streets and monuments in search of the three golden keys that will open the door of his boyhood home and restore the city to life. In this reissue of one of his most personal works, Peter Sís recaptures the wonder of his own lost childhood in Prague and celebrates the city's wonderful…