Szegény gazdagok: Regény

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:

"Szegény gazdagok: Regény" by Mór Jókai is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the complex dynamics of the wealthy Lapussa family and their interactions, emphasizing themes of wealth, social status, and familial relationships. As characters navigate their own struggles for significance and acceptance within the family framework, readers can expect a rich tapestry of emotions and social commentary. The opening of the novel introduces us to the Lapussa family, centering on an elderly patriarch who is surrounded by various family members and household staff. Set within a lavish environment, the scene establishes a sense of detachment and underscores the old man's desire for recognition amidst his declining vitality. The characters interact in a manner that suggests underlying tensions, as the old man's sarcasm elicits defensive silence from his relatives. Additionally, the introduction of the spirited young boy, Makszi, who yearns for attention, adds a humorous contrast to the heavy atmosphere pervading the family's tumultuous relationships. Overall, the beginning hints at numerous interpersonal conflicts and sets the stage for the exploration of wealth's impact on human connection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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

Notes:

Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Wikipedia page about this book: https://hu.wikipedia.org/wiki/Szeg%C3%A9ny_gazdagok_(reg%C3%A9ny)

Release date is 2020-02-20