Subject
Hungary -- History -- 1699-1848 -- Fiction Books
Best books
Mór Jókai
The nameless castle
"The Nameless Castle" by Mór Jókai is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against a backdrop of intrigue, with a blend of adventure and social commentary centered on the mysterious characters inhabiting the titular castle and their connections to the broader context of Hungarian society. The narrative features numerous characters, including the enigmatic Count and a young girl named Amélie, as well as others who have woven themselves into this tapestry of life within the castle’s walls. The opening of the novel presents a dramatic scene set in Paris amidst a raging snowstorm, where two gentlemen find a lost child, Amélie, abandoned in a doorway. After rescuing her, they engage in a conversation that reveals their own secretive missions and the tension surrounding their circumstances. Meanwhile, the child’s mysterious origins and the backdrop of political intrigue emerge, hinting at deeper plot developments involving the count and a quest that intertwines their fates. This initial segment establishes the foundation for a narrative filled with suspense, rich character dynamics, and the exploration of personal motives against the societal upheaval of the time.
Mór Jókai
Névtelen vár (1. rész) Történelmi regény
"Névtelen vár (1. rész)" by Mór Jókai is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around various characters in a bustling Paris, setting the stage for a tale of intrigue and compassion that unfolds against a backdrop of chaos and societal complexities. The story prominently features a young, lost girl, Amelie, who has been separated from her mother, a countess, and the two men who encounter her in the snowy streets of Paris. The opening of the novel introduces a wintry Parisian night where a heavy snowfall has rendered the streets quiet and desolate. The narrative focuses on two men who find the small girl weeping in the cold, expressing her desire to find her mother. Through their dialogue, it becomes apparent that she comes from a noble background, yet she cannot recall specific details about her mother’s identity or their residence. The men, one younger and one older, show kindness towards Amelie by taking her in and planning on reuniting her with her family, all while they are also entangled in a larger plot surrounding political unrest and personal danger. As they deliberate on their course of action, the characters face moral dilemmas and hints of deeper conflicts in the broader societal landscape, setting the stage for an intertwined story of innocence, loyalty, and the search for family.
Mór Jókai
Névtelen vár (2. rész) Történelmi regény
"Névtelen vár (2. rész)" by Mór Jókai is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around characters steeped in the political and social turmoil of their time, highlighting themes of sacrifice, duty, and romantic entanglements. Key figures include Vavel Lajos, an impassioned nobleman, and Drávakereszturi Görömbölyi Bernát, a loyal alispán, who navigate complex relationships and nationalistic fervor amidst the backdrop of war. The opening of the novel sets the stage with a focus on Bernát, who is tasked with upholding a patriotic duty by encouraging local nobles to participate in a military assembly known as the "lustratio." The scene is marked by witty dialogue and camaraderie between Bernát and Vavel as they discuss the absurdities of their situation, illustrating both the camaraderie and skepticism about their roles in the coming conflict. As the narrative unfolds, a sense of impending change is introduced, along with the challenges brought by the war and the emotional stakes tied to personal relationships, particularly with the appearance of Marie and Katalin, whose unique roles in this world add depth to the unfolding drama.
Recently surfaced classics