TY - BOOK AU - Baksay,Sándor AU - Kőszeghy,Elemér TI - Pusztai találkozás; Patak banya AV - PH PY - 2021/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Hungarian fiction -- 20th century N1 - Release date is 2021-03-23; Albert László from page images generously made available by the Internet Archive; Original publication data not identified N2 - "Pusztai találkozás; Patak banya" by Sándor Baksay is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The book appears to explore the societal dynamics and the rural life of Hungary, likely through the eyes of its characters, particularly focusing on a priest or educator navigating the complexities of community and tradition. The themes are likely to touch upon the challenges of modernization and adaptation within a close-knit rural setting. The opening of the narrative introduces Dombay Máté, who provides a humorous yet poignant self-assessment of his life and situation. He describes his living conditions in a pastoral environment, reflecting on both the joys and difficulties of rural life, including his family's future and the prospects for his children. As Máté contemplates his role as a caregiver and provider, he also grapples with the expectations of his community, revealing a deep connection to the cultural and social fabric of the area. The text combines elements of character introspection and societal observation, setting a tone of gentle irony as Máté navigates his aspirations and the realities of his situation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64906 ER -