A mester

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Surányi, Miklós, 1882-1936

Language:

Hungarian

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Mester" by Miklós Surányi is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around János Dömötör, a skilled and humble sculptor who grapples with societal expectations, personal insecurities, and the challenges of his profession. The narrative delves into themes of art, love, and the struggle between personal desires and public perception. The opening portion introduces Dömötör as a talented sculptor, praised for his achievements but burdened by his modesty and insecurity. We learn about his impressive physicality and his distinguished position in society, yet he remains humble and uncomfortable in the spotlight. The text also hints at his complicated relationship with his wife, Van Roosen Herta, which has evolved from passionate beginnings to a more strained dynamic. As Dömötör navigates the intricacies of his artistic career and interpersonal relationships, the initial chapters set the stage for conflicts that arise from both external societal pressures and internal personal struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Tamás Róth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. With special thanks to the library of Pécs, especially to the director, József Kereszturi for the help in selecting and borrowing the books.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 54.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-11-09