| Author |
Jókai, Mór, 1825-1904 |
| Translator |
Bain, R. Nisbet (Robert Nisbet), 1854-1909 |
| LoC No. |
99001305
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| Title |
A Hungarian Nabob
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"A Hungarian Nabob" by Mór Jókai is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in Hungary and revolves around the character of John Kárpáthy, an extravagant magnate, and his interactions with his nephew Abellino Kárpáthy, a dandy from Paris who is seeking inheritance. The novel explores themes of wealth, social dynamics, and the eccentricities that shape the lives of its characters. The opening of "A Hungarian Nabob" immerses readers in the rainy and muddy atmosphere of Hungary, where innkeeper Peter Bús reflects on the dire circumstances surrounding his establishment, aptly named the "Break-'em-tear-'em" inn. As guests arrive amidst the foul weather, a comedic exchange unfolds between Peter and the gentry, particularly involving the ludicrous demands of his lordship, the Nabob. This light-hearted start introduces a variety of eccentric personalities, setting the tone for a rich tapestry of humor and drama as the story progresses into the intricate relations of wealth and kinship in Hungary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Hungarian fiction -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Aristocracy (Social class) -- Hungary -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
20978 |
| Release Date |
Apr 3, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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