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Origin, development, and interpretation of selected German Christmas carols
Matušková, Barbora ; Markvartová, Eva (advisor) ; Bučková, Tamara (referee)
The presented bachelor's thesis thoroughly explores Christmas and German Christmas carols, providing a comprehensive view of these Christmas themes. The text examines not only the historical and religious context of Christmas but also focuses on its evolution from a pagan holiday to a Christian celebration. It thoroughly describes the customs, traditions, and symbols associated with Christmas, emphasising their historical origins and gradual development. Another important aspect of this work is the analysis of the origins and evolution of Christmas songs, carols, which have become an integral part of Christmas celebrations. The text seeks to understand the factors and events that influenced the development of these carols, particularly in Germany from the 16th to the 19th century. In the practical part of the work, selected German carols are analysed in more detail, including their history, cultural context, and significance. Among the examined carols highlighted in the text are well-known songs such as "Als Jesus Christ geboren ward", "Vom Himmel hoch, o Englein kommt", "Ich steh' an deiner Krippe hier", "Es kam die gnadenvolle Nacht", "O Tannenbaum", "Stille Nacht", and "Kommet, ihr Hirten". These carols have a rich history and are an integral part of the Christmas heritage in Germany. Overall, it can be...
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Embankment of Prague, like a public place (space)
Matušková, Barbora ; Rynda, Ivan (advisor) ; Beránek, Bohumil (referee)
This diploma thesis is devoted to the topic of riverside docks in Prague. Riverside dock is a coastal area, which is on a lower level than an embankment. Previously used as docks for cargo and passenger ships and storage of sand. Nowadays they fulfill mainly recreational and socio-cultural function. The case study is focused on one of Prague's riverside docks, the riverside dock on Rašínovo nabrezi. In this thesis, I will focus on the description and explanation of the use of the riverside dock on Rašínovo nábřeží. Concentrating on its practical operation, conflicts of interests of individual participants and the impact on the environment and on the direct surroundings.
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