| Author |
Herczeg, Ferenc, 1863-1954 |
| Title |
A Gyurkovics-lányok
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| Original Publication |
Budapest: Singer és Wolfner, 1910.
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| Note |
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Gyurkovics-l%C3%A1nyok
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Note |
A Gyurkovics család, 1.
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| Credits |
Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project
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| Summary |
"A Gyurkovics-lányok" by Ferenc Herczeg is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the lives and romantic pursuits of the Gyurkovics sisters, emphasizing themes of love, social status, and the customs of their time. The narrative introduces the characters and their social circles, particularly focusing on their interactions with potential suitors, setting the stage for both humor and drama that unfolds in their lives. At the start of the novel, the narrator shares the fun and challenges of attending a baptism in Szerémség, where various characters, including the narrator and Horkay Feri, an old friend, engage in lively conversation about the Gyurkovics sisters. The chapter introduces readers to the vibrant personalities of these sisters, setting up the expectations for their respective love stories, as Horkay recalls fondly the sisters' beauty and their family's social reputation. The opening masterfully paints a colorful picture of both the societal expectations and personal quirks that shape the lives of the Gyurkovics family, making it clear that the narrative will delve into the whimsical and, at times, serious adventures of these young women. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Hungarian |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Hungarian fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
75079 |
| Release Date |
Jan 10, 2025 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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