In an era of increasing authoritarianism worldwide, it is vital to reflect on the fight for freedom that unfolded in Eastern Europe before the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. The years of Soviet dominance and oppression serve as a stark reminder of how centralized power can suppress democracy, erode civil liberties, undermine the separation of powers, and diminish the rule of law to maintain political control. This book explores the transformation that took place in Prague three years after the wall collapse, capturing the restoration of political and cultural freedoms and the city’s resurgence during this pivotal moment in history.
