A Hungarian Nabob (eBook)

Enriched edition. Love, Loyalty, and Political Intrigue in 18th Century Hungary

Mór Jókai (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
316 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766461320-2 (EAN)

Infos

In "A Hungarian Nabob," Mór Jókai masterfully weaves a rich tapestry of 19th-century Hungarian society, blending romance, adventure, and astute social commentary. This novel captures the tumultuous era of Hungary's struggle for identity, filled with intricate characterizations and a meticulously detailed setting that reflects the sumptuousness and complexities of the time. Jókai's narrative style is vivid and emotive, often employing humor and irony, making for a compelling exploration of themes such as wealth, power, and the cultural dichotomies of Hungarian life.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 27.11.2019
• Einführung: Adrian Weaver
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Adrian Weaver
• Übersetzer: R. Nisbet Bain
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 18th century intrigue • 19th century literature • aristocracy • Basque • complex characters • cultural heritage • eastern european fiction • Elegant Prose • European Literature • Fiction • historical fiction • Historical Romance • Hungarian authors • Hungarian culture • hungarian fiction • Hungarian literature • Hungarian nobility • Hungary • literary classics • literary masterpieces • loyalty and betrayal • Mór Jókai • political upheaval • Social Class • timeless classic • Translations into English • Uralic • vivid descriptions