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ZlatÃ1/2 kolovrat (The Golden Spinning Wheel) is a classic Czech poem by Karel JaromÃ-r Erben, presented here with illustrations by MikolàÅ¡ AleÅ¡. This narrative poem, deeply rooted in Czech folklore, tells a captivating tale of love, betrayal, and just retribution. Erben's work is celebrated for its lyrical beauty and its enduring exploration of morality and fate. First published in 1916, this edition preserves the charm and artistic style of the original, offering readers a glimpse into Czech cultural heritage. ZlatÃ1/2 kolovrat remains a beloved work, appreciated for its timeless storytelling and its significant contribution to Czech literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.