TY  - BOOK
AU  - Vámbéry,Ármin
AU  - Heilprin,Louis
TI  - The story of Hungary
AV  - DB 
PY  - 2015///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Hungary -- History
N1  - Release date is 2015-09-22; Produced by Albert László, Turgut Dincer and the Online
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N2  - "The Story of Hungary" by Ármin Vámbéry is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work aims to introduce American and English readers to Hungary's rich history, outlining significant events, personalities, and episodes from its nearly thousand-year journey. It offers a narrative that highlights the culture and evolution of Hungary, providing insight into its national identity.  The opening of the book sets the stage by detailing Hungary's geography and climate, showcasing its natural beauty as described through the words of poet Alexander Petőfi. It describes the Carpathian mountain range, the fertile plains, and the rivers that characterize the landscape, emphasizing the strategic importance of Hungary's topography. Vámbéry introduces the political structure of Hungary, noting its diverse population and the liberal nature of its constitution. As he begins to delve into the history, he prepares the reader for the exploration of Hungary's past, addressing the fusion of various cultures and the influence of geography on its development. This comprehensive introduction hints at a narrative that will combine myth and historical fact, setting the scene for Hungary's evolution from prehistoric times to the present. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50038
ER  -