1926 CZECH RUR PLAY AVENTINE BOOK BY KAREL CAPEK
A Czech book, the seventh edition of the play R.U.R. Rossums Universal Robots, written by the Czech writer Karel Capek. Published by Ot. Storch Marien, Prague, 1926, from the Aventine National Library series, volume 16. The play R.U.R., first published in 1920 and performed in 1921, is of global significance because it was the first to use the word robot. Karel Capek coined the term, suggested by his brother Josef, to describe artificially created workers from the Czech word robota, meaning forced labor. Antique and Vintage European Librarian Books and Magazines For Collectors.
Dimensions
6 3/4 x 4 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate
Condition
Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Creases, torn and loss paper. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
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A Czech book, the seventh edition of the play R.U.R. Rossums Universal Robots, written by the Czech writer Karel Capek. Published by Ot. Storch Marien, Prague, 1926, from the Aventine National Library series, volume 16. The play R.U.R., first published in 1920 and performed in 1921, is of global significance because it was the first to use the word robot. Karel Capek coined the term, suggested by his brother Josef, to describe artificially created workers from the Czech word robota, meaning forced labor. Antique and Vintage European Librarian Books and Magazines For Collectors.
Dimensions
6 3/4 x 4 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate
Condition
Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Creases, torn and loss paper. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
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Time, Location
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