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The Spanish-Mapuche Frontier as a Space of Intercultural Encounters
Šnapková, Daniela ; Brenišínová, Monika (advisor) ; Křížová, Markéta (referee)
The thesis focuses on intercultural and interlingual communication on the Spanish-Mapuche frontier during the colonial period, with a special emphasis on interpreting as a mediated intercultural communication during peace negotiations, the so-called parlamentos. Drawing on sources such as records from the parlamentos or chronicles, the thesis outlines the characteristics, development, and areas of interpreting. It also examines interpreters as individuals, their origins, status, abilities, and the way they are represented in the sources. It also deals with the perceptions of the Mapuche alterity and processes of transculturation within the parlamentos. In the area of interpretation and the profession of an interpreter, the thesis draws on approaches from the theory of interpreting applicable to the history of interpreting (e.g. role, quality, professionalism, etc.). In the analysis of the perceptions of the Mapuche alterity and processes of transculturation within the parlamentos, it uses the concepts associated with the encounter of cultures in areas where colonisation efforts were taking place, i.e. the concept of the frontier, transculturation, hybridisation, or alterity. Key words: Mapuche; colonial period; Spanish America; Chile; intercultural communication; parlamentos; history of interpreting.
Latin-American immigration to Spain during the last twenty years
Řeháčková, Linda ; Opatrný, Josef (advisor) ; Křížová, Markéta (referee)
This thesis refers to Latin-American immigration to Spain during the last twenty years (1990 - 2010). This thesis is divided in two main parts. The first part is devoted to a general overview and also to the most important aspects related to the emigration of Latin Americans into Spain. The individual chapters are focused on the following topics: discussion and development of research of immigration in Spain, the roots of Latin American emigration, Spain as the destination of emigrants, migration policy of Spain, the composition of the Latin American population living in Spain, the integration of Latin American immigrants in Spanish labour market and Latin American gangs in Spain. The second part of this thesis is dedicated to a research focusing on the coexistence of Spanish and Latin Americans in the Iberian Peninsula. Based on the survey the following aspects are examined: the reasons of Latin Americans leading to emigration to Spain, experience of Latin American emigrants with attitude of Spanish people towards them, attitude of Spanish towards immigrants and last but not least the integration of Latin American immigrants into the Spanish society. My thesis is based on available materials concerning the issue, i.e. existing studies focusing on immigration at the present time, and statistical...
The question of the participation of the Great Britain in 1980 Moscow Olympics in the context of the Soviet war in Afghanistan
Křížová, Markéta ; Pešta, Mikuláš (advisor) ; Koura, Jan (referee)
The subject of this bachelor thesis is the question of the participation of the Great Britain in the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow, and the related discussion of the possibility of boycotting them as a response to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan. This thesis focuses primarily on the diversity of British opinion on this issue. Mention is made not only of the views of the British political representation, but also of the sporting community comprising its bodies, led by the British Olympic Committee, the athletes, and the media as well. This picture is then illustrated by opinion polls. In particular, the author tracked the evolution of the debate, which has varied according to the international situation at that time. Other British reactions to the invasion are mentioned in the context of coordination with the Allies. The reactions of the closest allies are also mentioned, which help to paint the overall picture. An analysis of the role of the Olympic Games and sport in general during the 20th century, and an analysis of the invasion itself, is also an integral part of this work.
Robert E. Lee between North and South
Kuchár, Alex ; Valkoun, Jaroslav (advisor) ; Křížová, Markéta (referee)
(in English): The main goal of this bachelor's thesis is to approach and point out the events in Robert E. Lee's life and his decision, which influenced him to sign up for the Confederate side before the mere start of the Civil War. The work discusses Lee's youth, his studies and work before the war with Mexico, and also his family life. The subsequent work will be devoted to the Mexican- American War and the leading compromises. The Mexican-American war, in its consequences, was one of the main triggers of secession. The work will also discuss Robert E. Lee's view on slavery.
Alberto Vojtěch Frič and his American collections at the Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography in St. Petersburg
Kotova, Elizaveta ; Křížová, Markéta (advisor) ; Brenišínová, Monika (referee)
The present thesis deals with Alberto Vojtěch Frič's relations with the Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography in St. Petersburg in the first decades of the twentieth century. Drawing on available archival and printed documents and secondary literature, it maps the contacts of A. V. Frič with the museum, the mechanisms of acquiring the collections (and the bureaucratic complications involved), as well as their actual presentation in the museum and use by Russian ethnologists. Firstly, the work briefly introduces Frič's biography with an emphasis on his expeditions to Latin America. During his journeys, Frič collected a great amount of ethnographic material, including photographs and souvenirs, which he then attempted to sell to museums. He sought financial support to organize his own expeditions to South America. He contacted various European scientific institutions, and finally established cooperation with the Russian Academy of Sciences. In total, the St. Petersburg Museum, being one of the departments of the Academy, acquired more than 2,000 objects and photographs collected by Frič. In addition to the collection items and correspondence, the museum archives have preserved accompanying materials (inventories of the objects sent, Frič's comments and explanatory notes). Through this case study,...
Three Green Parties from Latin America in Comparative Perspective with Europe.Competition with Left-Wing Parties and Demarcation Strategies
Hanry Knop, Diana ; Buben, Radek (advisor) ; Křížová, Markéta (referee) ; Gaxie, Daniel (referee)
Three Green Parties from Latin America in Comparative Perspective with Europe. Competition with Left-Wing Parties and Demarcation Strategies PhDr. Diana HANRY KNOP Abstract The Partido Verde from Brazil, the Partido Ecologista from Chile and the Proyecto Sur from Argentina are political parties belonging to the movement of green or ecologist parties. They represent, in each country, new political forces which aim at differentiating themselves through a particular identity, built on the focus on sustainable development and the strong will to do politics in a new fashion. Members of those three political parties believe they are apart from left-wing activists. Nevertheless, they do share similar ideas, regarding societal issues, as well as economic and social questions. These parties appeared in a particular context, influenced by democratic renewal, in connection with civil society activists. They continue to keep strong ties with associations, unions, and artistic movements. Their organisation is based on democratic principles such as pluralism, representativeness and territoriality. However, like their European counterparts, they have trouble applying these principles in actual fact. They also face the issue of monopolized power by party leaders. The Partido Verde, the Partido Ecologista and the Proyecto...
The Movement of Mexicanidad in Central Mexico
Leisky, Michelle ; Křížová, Markéta (advisor) ; Hlúšek, Radoslav (referee) ; Kostićová, Zuzana (referee)
Dissertation The Movement of Mexicanidad in Central Mexico focuses on the movement of Mexicanidad and its widespread ritual praxis of Aztec dance (Danza Azteca-Mexica). The aim of this study is to present the movement of Mexicanidad from the point of view of its participants -danzantes Mexicas. Describing the movement of Mexicanidad from their perspective, sketching their motives and understanding what lays behind the identity of being Mexica are key factors to the understanding of the whole movement and its role and increasing popularity in present Mexican society. This dissertation also outlines the early days of the ritual Danza Azteca-Mexica and the origins of today's calpultin, primarily primordial cultural/ritual activities developed or followed by contemporary Mexicas. It examines the role of ritual in the process of creating the identity of urban people in present Mexico, the way it helps them to face their problems and challenges of current society, economic uncertainty and their everyday reality. This dissertation stems from author's field research in 2009-2017, participant observation, as well as personal and telephone ethnographic interviews from 2010 till 2021 and academic literature. Key words: Mexicanidad; Aztec dance; Danza Azteca; Danza Azteca-Mexica; Mexicas; Concheros; danzantes; dance...
Representation of Favelas in Brazilian Literature
Kovářová, Barbora ; Křížová, Markéta (advisor) ; Brenišínová, Monika (referee)
(in English): The master thesis deals with the image of the favela in five selected literary works: theatre play Orfeu da Conceição by Vinicius de Moraes, the diary Quarto de Despejo by Carolina de Jesus, the novel Cidade de Deus by Paulo Lins, the novel Inferno by Patrícia Melo and the short stories O Sol na Cabeça by Geovani Martins. The aim of the thesis was to look at the favela both through the eyes of social scientists and the authors of beautiful literature, to identify which characteristics are identical, and to capture the uniqueness of the favela manifestations through a literary work. The thesis is based on professional literature that defines favelas, traces their origin, history, and specifics. Based on the results, a suitable categorization was selected for the analysis of literary works: the relationship between subculture and majority society, community, family and individual (see Lewis's essay The Culture of Poverty) and topics that expand the categorization. The analysis proves that the view of experts and authors of beautiful literature on favelas is often similar. In beautiful literature, the favela is a place where the so-called culture of poverty is present. People have a negative attitude towards the majority society, they are already convicted, they live in unhygienic...
Biosphere Reserves in Latin America - ecotourism and sustainable development
Sušňová, Jana ; Vágner, Jiří (advisor) ; Křížová, Markéta (referee)
Tourism is one of the progressively evolving fields and due to the influence of globalization has become attractive and easily accessible matter for a broad group of people across the continents. Economical aspects of this perspective branch supported generally uncritical perception of phenomena called tourism. In recent years, however the negative impact of mass tourism became the subject of discussion and efforts are being made to find alternative forms which respect the environment and contribute to the development of the visited regions. The aim of thesis is study of ecotourism and biospheres reserves. Both concepts contribute to the achievement of sustainable development in Latin America. Biosphere Reserves based on the effort of harmonious coexistence between man and nature are the ideal environment for the application of the principles of sustainability. Ecotourism in Latin American practice is analyzed on the basis of case studies from Costa Rica and the Galapagos Islands. Operation, management and benefits of biosphere reserves for the region demonstrate examples of Guatemala and Costa Rica. Keywords: biosphere reserve; ecotourism; Latin America; sustainable development
East against the West? Representations of war in ego documents of British and Russian participants of Crimean War 1853-1856.
Wohlmuth, Petr ; Storchová, Lucie (advisor) ; Křížová, Markéta (referee) ; Hutečka, Jiří (referee)
East against the West? Representations of war in egodocuments of British and Russian participants of Crimean War 1853-1856. Doctoral thesis Mgr. et Mgr. Petr Wohlmuth ABSTRACT This doctoral thesis adheres to genre of historical anthropology of war and military. It draws on two theoretical sources. The first consists of paradigms of cultural and social anthropol- ogy, more specifically symbolic historical anthropology in the tradition of Geertz, Darnton, Sahlins and others. The second represents the cultural history of war in the tradition of Kee- gan, Hanson, Lynn or Isabel Hull. The research question is focused on the culture of war during the Crimean War, especially during the Crimean campaign and siege and defense of Sevastopol in 1854/55, as its variables were represented in egodocuments of its Russian and British participants. Crimean War has been the subject of many historiographic texts, but most of them were essentially conservative, relying on national, ideological and civilizational labeling instead of deeper analysis. This doctoral thesis analyses in detail first the formal or- der of the above-mentioned culture of war, but more importantly, it analyses using the method of thick description its logico-meaningful relations, the hierarchy of levels of mean- ing in the sense how the culture of war...

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