A Krúdy, Gyula 1878-1933 creator text utu 2022 monographic hu 1 online resource : multiple file formats "A víg ember bús meséi: Elbeszélések" by Gyula Krúdy is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book delves into various narratives, presumably reflecting on themes of life, love, and the human experience set against the backdrop of Hungarian culture. One of the central characters introduced is Bikky Pál, a man grappling with the weight of societal expectations and his dreams of grandeur as he prepares for an impending visit from a baron. At the start of the collection, the first story, titled "Az aranysarkantyús vitéz legendája," presents a nostalgic tale. Bikky Pál, living in a rural estate, is portrayed in a humorous light as he attempts to maintain appearances while preparing for the baron's visit. His interactions with his servant Julis and the village's gossiping folk illustrate his desire for social esteem, despite his humble circumstances. As he anxiously prepares his horse and contemplates his appearance, the narrative highlights the tension between his aspirations and harsh reality, setting the tone for the complexities of human emotion that Krúdy explores throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Az aranysarkantyús vitéz legendája -- Nyári nap -- Egy régi udvarház utolsó gazdája -- A kaján Koxi a házban van -- Regény a bánatos Andrásról -- A Paraszkiva-malom -- Mariska, a kis regényhősnő -- Májusi dolgok -- Régi nótákból -- Mese-mese -- Bella menyasszony -- A fehérlábú Gaálné -- Nyíri pajkosok -- A nagymama levelei -- A holt asszony udvarlója -- Öreg irnokok szobájából -- Egy sikkasztás története -- Az ágyúgolyó -- A királynő főztje. Release date is 2022-08-20 Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project Originally published: Hungary: Singer és Wolfner, 1914 Short stories, Hungarian Hungarian fiction PH Hungary: Singer és Wolfner, 1914 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68797 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68797 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134606.0 68797