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Title: A gőzoszlop
Original Publication: Budapest: Franklin-Társulat, 1926.
Note: Reading ease score: 67.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Albert László from page images generously made available by the Hungarian Electronic Library
Summary: "A gőzoszlop" by Ferenc Molnár is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a peculiar incident in a bathhouse and features a prominent character, a horse captain, whose antics and personal struggles unfold amidst an intriguing backdrop of human relationships and societal norms. The book promises a blend of humor and drama as it explores themes of memory, identity, and the complexities of love and friendship. The opening of the novel sets the stage by illustrating the protagonist's moment of reflection triggered by a memory of a peculiar "steam column" in Berlin. This leads to the introduction of various characters and their eccentricities, notably the horse captain who becomes a focus of intrigue. As the protagonist reminisces about this memory, he recounts encounters with various figures, including a whimsical pharmacist and a group of quirky guests at the bathhouse. The narrative blends anecdotal storytelling with vibrant character sketches, creating an inviting and humorous atmosphere that captivates readers interested in a rich tapestry of human experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Molnár, Ferenc, 1878-1952
EBook No.: 73913
Published: Jun 25, 2024
Downloads: 59
Language: Hungarian
Subject: Hungarian fiction -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A gőzoszlop
Original Publication: Budapest: Franklin-Társulat, 1926.
Note: Reading ease score: 67.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Albert László from page images generously made available by the Hungarian Electronic Library
Summary: "A gőzoszlop" by Ferenc Molnár is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a peculiar incident in a bathhouse and features a prominent character, a horse captain, whose antics and personal struggles unfold amidst an intriguing backdrop of human relationships and societal norms. The book promises a blend of humor and drama as it explores themes of memory, identity, and the complexities of love and friendship. The opening of the novel sets the stage by illustrating the protagonist's moment of reflection triggered by a memory of a peculiar "steam column" in Berlin. This leads to the introduction of various characters and their eccentricities, notably the horse captain who becomes a focus of intrigue. As the protagonist reminisces about this memory, he recounts encounters with various figures, including a whimsical pharmacist and a group of quirky guests at the bathhouse. The narrative blends anecdotal storytelling with vibrant character sketches, creating an inviting and humorous atmosphere that captivates readers interested in a rich tapestry of human experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Molnár, Ferenc, 1878-1952
EBook No.: 73913
Published: Jun 25, 2024
Downloads: 59
Language: Hungarian
Subject: Hungarian fiction -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.