Sárga rózsa; A Kráó

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Jókai, Mór, 1825-1904

Language:

Hungarian

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Sárga rózsa; A Kráó" by Mór Jókai is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in the vast plains of the Hortobágy and revolves around the lives of various characters, primarily focusing on the young gulyásbojtár (herdsman) and a girl named Klári, exploring themes of love, rivalry, and local folklore. Through its vivid descriptions and character interactions, the narrative hints at the cultural landscape of Hungary during that era. The opening of the novel introduces a world where trains have not yet traversed the plains, emphasizing the untamed beauty of the landscape. We meet a gulyásbojtár on horseback, who is preoccupied with a yellow rose pinned to his hat, suggesting a connection to Klári, who works in the local inn. The scene unfolds with the gulyásbojtár's carefree demeanor and hints of a love triangle involving Klári and a csikósbojtár (horse herder), setting the stage for a melodious exploration of relationships and societal norms in rural Hungary. The interactions are rich with humor and emotional undertones, establishing a vivid backdrop for the unfolding narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Sárga rózsa

A Kráó

A három királyok csillaga.

Credits:

Produced by Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project

Notes:

Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Wikipedia page about this book: https://hu.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%A1rga_r%C3%B3zsa_(kisreg%C3%A9ny)

Release date is 2018-04-08