| Author |
Gaal, József, 1811-1866 |
| Editor |
Mikszáth, Kálmán, 1847-1910 |
| Title |
Szirmay Ilona: Történeti regény
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Adrienne David
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| Summary |
"Szirmay Ilona: Történeti regény" by József Gaal is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The book dives into the lives of its characters set against the backdrop of the tumultuous socio-political landscape of Hungary during that period. The narrative seems to revolve around a variety of characters, including the titular Szirmay Ilona, exploring themes of love, adventure, and moral dilemmas arising from their interactions. The beginning of the novel sets the stage with a focus on a character named Piócza Kristóf, a barber and surgeon, who is on his way to Nagybánya. He encounters a band of robbers led by Pintye Gregor, who initially threatens him. However, Kristóf manages to escape a dire situation by demonstrating his skill as a barber, impressing Gregor and earning his favor. As the story unfolds, other characters and a potential romantic subplot involving Szirmay Ilona are introduced, suggesting that the narrative will intertwine personal and dramatic conflicts amidst a historical setting. The focus on various characters hints at a rich exploration of relationships and adventures that may shape the trajectory of the plot. (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 |
Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
32816 |
| Release Date |
Jun 14, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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