02134cam a22003373u 4500 20978 UtSlPG 20260610133502.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 99001305 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PH Jókai, Mór, 1825-1904 A Hungarian Nabob Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-04-03 Produced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders "A Hungarian Nabob" by Mór Jókai is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in Hungary and revolves around the character of John Kárpáthy, an extravagant magnate, and his interactions with his nephew Abellino Kárpáthy, a dandy from Paris who is seeking inheritance. The novel explores themes of wealth, social dynamics, and the eccentricities that shape the lives of its characters. The opening of "A Hungarian Nabob" immerses readers in the rainy and muddy atmosphere of Hungary, where innkeeper Peter Bús reflects on the dire circumstances surrounding his establishment, aptly named the "Break-'em-tear-'em" inn. As guests arrive amidst the foul weather, a comedic exchange unfolds between Peter and the gentry, particularly involving the ludicrous demands of his lordship, the Nabob. This light-hearted start introduces a variety of eccentric personalities, setting the tone for a rich tapestry of humor and drama as the story progresses into the intricate relations of wealth and kinship in Hungary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Hungarian fiction -- Translations into English Aristocracy (Social class) -- Hungary -- Fiction Bain, R. Nisbet (Robert Nisbet), 1854-1909 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20978 62204 62204