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The Wooden Village
Literary Fiction· Slovakia

The Wooden Village

by František Švantner
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1942Slovak
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About This Book

František Švantner's The Wooden Village (1942) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. A vivid portrayal of rural life in Slovakia, 'The Wooden Village' captures the essence of Slovak folklore and tradition. Švantner's novel is a rich tapestry of human emotions and social dynamics, offering a deep understanding of the Slovak rural psyche. Themes of rural life, folklore, tradition run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorFrantišek Švantner
Published1942
Country of Origin🇸🇰 Slovakia
LanguageSlovak
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score30/100
About the Category

📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇸🇰 Slovakia

This book is part of Slovakia's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

BBC Big Read
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19500
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About the Author
František Švantner
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wooden Village about?

A vivid portrayal of rural life in Slovakia, 'The Wooden Village' captures the essence of Slovak folklore and tradition. Švantner's novel is a rich tapestry of human emotions and social dynamics, offering a deep understanding of the Slovak rural psyche.

Who wrote The Wooden Village?

The Wooden Village was written by František Švantner, from Slovakia. First published in 1942.

What awards has The Wooden Village won?

The Wooden Village has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Wooden Village worth reading?

The Wooden Village is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in rural life, folklore, tradition.

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What category is The Wooden Village?

The Wooden Village is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is The Wooden Village from?

The Wooden Village originates from Slovakia's literary tradition. Explore more books from Slovakia on our country page.

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