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The Political Evolution of Václav Havel
This chapter delves into the life and political evolution of Václav Havel, from his beginnings as a playwright to becoming the first president of post-communist Czechoslovakia and later the Czech Republic. It discusses his plays that subtly critique communism and explores how his artistic expression posed a threat to oppressive regimes. The chapter also draws parallels between Havel and other figures who used their talents to resist totalitarian regimes.