Jókai, Mór 1825-1904 creator Bain, R. Nisbet (Robert Nisbet) 1854-1909 text utu 2011 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Tales From Jókai" by Mór Jókai is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This anthology showcases the renowned Hungarian author’s diverse storytelling skills, featuring tales that range from historical narratives to lighter comic sketches and gripping ghost stories. The collection aims to introduce English readers to the rich tapestry of Jókai's work and highlights his genius in capturing the essence of Hungarian culture and folklore. The opening of the collection sets the stage with "The Celestial Slingers," a tale about the city of Debreczen’s struggles against the threatening Kuczuk Pasha. In a narrative filled with humor and elements of the fantastical, Governor Stephen Dobozy defies the Pasha’s threats, leading to a standoff where the townsfolk prepare to defend their home at any cost. As the story unfolds, a series of whimsically supernatural events comes to the fore, including the mystical appearance of a heavenly figure and a sudden tempest that intervenes in the conflict, highlighting the themes of resilience and divine protection. The tale intertwines local folklore with history, establishing a sense of place and cultural identity that is characteristic of Jókai’s storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Preface -- Biography of Jókai -- The celestial slingers -- The compulsory diversion -- The sheriff of Caschau -- The justice of Soliman -- Love and the little dog -- The red starosta -- The city of the beast -- The hostile skulls -- The bad old times. Release date is 2011-09-01 Produced by Steven desJardins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Short stories Jókai, Mór, 1825-1904 -- Translations into English Hungary -- Social life and customs -- Fiction PH Original publication data not identified 13009369 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37286 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37286 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133841.0 37286