Koszorú a román népköltészet virágaiból

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Moldován, Gergely, 1845-1930

Language:

Hungarian

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Koszorú a román népköltészet virágaiból" by Gergely Moldován is a collection of translations of Romanian folk poetry written in the late 19th century. This work presents a rich tapestry of themes and emotions derived from Romanian folk songs, emphasizing the simplicity and authenticity of the common people's expressions of love, sorrow, and nature. The collection seeks to convey the essence of Romanian culture through its lyrical content and folk wisdom. The opening of this collection serves as a heartfelt introduction, where the author addresses Ilona and presents her with a poetic "wreath" crafted from the "flowers" of Romanian folk poetry. He reflects on the beauty of nature and the genuine feelings expressed in folk songs, contrasting their simplicity with the complexities of life. The author invites readers to immerse themselves in these songs, which carry deep emotions and authentic sentiments reflective of the human experience, suggesting that even the most humble individuals can possess profound love and understanding. The text sets the stage for an exploration of the interconnectedness of feelings across different social strata, positioning folk poems as a means to bridge emotional divides. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project https://books.google.com)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2021-02-24