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100 1 _aJókai, Mór,
_d1825-1904
245 1 0 _aBálványos-vár: Történeti regény
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2017
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2017-09-23
508 _aProduced by Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project
520 _a"Bálványos-vár: Történeti regény" by Mór Jókai is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative likely explores themes of freedom and cultural identity through the lens of the Székely people, focusing on their relationship with neighboring kun tribes during a time of political and social change in Hungary. It introduces readers to significant characters such as Mike Sára, a strong-willed Székely woman, and Kuthen, a kun leader, as they encounter challenges related to leadership, tradition, and the evolving social landscape. The opening of the novel sets a rich historical context, beginning with a description of the Székely nation’s long-standing autonomy and their unique customs, including their roles as fierce protectors of their territory. It vividly describes the imposing Fergetyűvár, a rotating fortress signaling messages through its windows, showing the military ingenuity of the Székelys. As the narrative unfolds, tensions arise with the arrival of kun tribes seeking passage through Székely lands. Mike Sára emerges as a pivotal character, negotiating a peace treaty with Kuthen while asserting her people's rights and identity. The complexities of their interactions hint at themes of camaraderie, strife, and the struggle for cultural preservation amidst external pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHungarian fiction -- 19th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55607
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