Author and Ambassador Jaroslav Olša Jr. will present his book Dreaming of Autonomous Vehicles, about Czech American writer Miles J. Breuer, a pioneer of science fiction who imagined self-driving cars decades before their time. The talk offers a fascinating look at Czech contributions to early American science fiction and the origins of a remarkably modern vision of the future. This program is in conjunction with Czech Heritage Week, a vibrant celebration for Chicagoans of all backgrounds to experience and discover Czech culture, and with the Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Chicago. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.
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