Emlékezések by Károly Eötvös
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"Emlékezések" by Károly Eötvös is a collection of memoirs written in the late 19th century. This work reflects the author's observations and feelings about three generations he has witnessed, examining the social and cultural lives of Hungarian society during pivotal historical moments, particularly around the 1848 revolution. It offers insights into the lives of common people, their struggles, and the intricacies of their daily lives. At the start of the memoirs, the
author discusses his lack of formal diary-keeping but expresses the intention to document the significant experiences and characters he has encountered throughout his life. He reflects on his family's modest background and stresses the value of recounting the lives of ordinary people, particularly focusing on a character named Szombati, a "házatlan zsöllér," or landless peasant. Through vivid descriptions of Szombati's makeshift home and trade skills, Eötvös paints a picture of the socio-economic conditions of the period while highlighting the resilience and resourcefulness of those living in modest circumstances. The opening sets the tone for a rich exploration of personal and collective memory, offering a glimpse into the historical context and cultural fabric of Hungary in that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Eötvös, Károly, 1842-1916 |
|---|---|
| Title | Emlékezések |
| Credits |
Produced by Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.3 (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 | Hungarian literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62975 |
| Release Date | Aug 19, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 426 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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