Jocus és Momus by Mór Jókai
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"Jocus és Momus" by Mór Jókai is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book appears to explore themes of social life and human quirks through a series of humorous anecdotes involving various characters. It reflects on societal issues, combining lighthearted storytelling with a critique of human behavior, centered around notable figures in Hungarian culture and politics. The opening of the novel introduces several characters, beginning with Ferencz, an amiable
emperor often seen walking the streets of Vienna where he is met with great respect from the public. The narrative then shifts to a clever exchange involving Ferencz and old Tolnay, showcasing their interactions with humor and social commentary. Following this, attention is drawn to the local tavern and its patrons, setting a vibrant scene filled with whimsy. Overall, the beginning effectively immerses the reader in a world of colorful characters and witty dialogues, hinting at the broader social dynamics that will unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Jókai, Mór, 1825-1904 |
|---|---|
| Title | Jocus és Momus |
| Credits |
Produced by Tamás Róth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at DP-EU. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | Hungarian |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34788 |
| Release Date | Dec 30, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 355 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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