Prague is both a cosmopolitan metropolis and a medieval masterpiece. From 10th-century beginnings to the Velvet Revolution, its fascinating 1,000-year history is revealed in its beautiful buildings, streets and squares. Prague is both a cosmopolitan metropolis and a medieval masterpiece. From 10th-century beginnings to the Velvet Revolution, its fascinating 1,000-year history is revealed in its beautiful buildings, streets and squares. The Prague Book journeys through the places and history of the Czech capital, with informative writing and superb colour photographs, including gatefold panoramic views. A stunning portrait, The Prague Book does full justice to this captivating city. As Franz Kafka once put it, "Prague does not let go".