The Village Notary: A Romance of Hungarian Life by báró József Eötvös

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Author Eötvös, József, báró, 1813-1871
Commentator Pulszky, Ferencz Aurelius, 1814-1897
Translator Wenckstern, Otto von, 1819-1869
LoC No. 62056466
Title The Village Notary: A Romance of Hungarian Life
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Summary "The Village Notary: A Romance of Hungarian Life" by báró József Eötvös is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The book presents a vivid portrayal of life in a Hungarian village, centering around the character of Mr. Jonas Tengelyi, the village notary, and his interactions within the various layers of societal structure. Through this tale, the author explores themes of love, justice, and the complexities of human nature in a culturally rich setting. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to the picturesque yet monotonous Hungarian landscape along the Theiss River and sets the stage for the village of Tissaret, governed by the influential Rety family. As Mr. Tengelyi contemplates his past experiences, the text contrasts his stern demeanor with the character of Mr. Balthasar Vandory, the village curate, whose optimism represents a philosophical juxtaposition to Tengelyi's critiques of society. The narrative unfolds through their dialogue and the backdrop of societal issues, planting the seeds for future conflicts and developments in their intertwined lives. This early portion effectively establishes the characters and the setting, drawing the reader into the world that Eötvös meticulously crafts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Hungary -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 34819
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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