| Author |
Móricz, Zsigmond, 1879-1942 |
| Title |
Tündérkert: Szépasszonyok hosszú farsangja
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Albert László from page images generously made
available by the HathiTrust Digital Library
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| Summary |
"Tündérkert: Szépasszonyok hosszú farsangja" by Zsigmond Móricz is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book is set in the 17th century, focusing on the era of Gábor Báthory, a prince of Transylvania, and his interactions with significant characters, including his wife and various noble figures. The narrative likely explores themes of power, politics, and romance amidst historical turmoil, reflecting on the complexities of personal relationships against a backdrop of shifting loyalties. The opening of the novel presents a vibrant scene filled with anticipation as townspeople gather outside a grand residence, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the young fejedelemasszony (princess). Through the eyes of a curious doorkeeper, readers are introduced to the characters, including the fejedelem, who displays a youthful charm, and his wife, who enters in a stunning golden gown. The atmosphere is charged with the juxtaposition of courtly elegance and underlying tensions, setting the stage for conflicts that emerge from personal desires and political ambitions. As the chapter unfolds, it becomes clear that the fejedelem's relationships with influential women and the expectations of his role are central to the narrative's development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Hungarian |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Transylvania (Romania) -- History -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Bethlen, Gábor, Prince of Transylvania, 1580-1629 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
61757 |
| Release Date |
Apr 5, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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