Where the saint does receive the most extensive and respectful treatment, however, is in Czech textbooks. For several generations, Adalbert's image as an highly educated, ascetic monk was determined by Josef Pekar, who failed, on the other hand, to elaborate upon his importance for ecclesiastical politics in Poland. Modern Czech textbook authors look upon Adalbert as a prominent member of the central European intellectual elite of his time, but also as an active supporter of the medieval church reform movement. In this article, ten information booklets are reviewed. First and foremost, the reviewers checked the booklets for their suitability for classroom work or for use by young people in general.
Most booklets present a historic account.
Whereas the products of the Federal Centre, in particular, retain a national conception of history, others, some having well-known authors, reflect recent research and show an attempt at a more differentiated presentation. A comprehensive booklet which would meet all requirements is thus still something very much needed. It is a great pleasure for the editors to be able to continue the discussion with Josef Harna's informative article, which might furnish some missing links and help focus attention on the more general historiographic problems which were touched upon in the debate.