A Bride of the Plains by Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

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Author Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness, 1865-1947
Title A Bride of the Plains
Credits E-text prepared by Steven desJardins and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "A Bride of the Plains" by Baroness Emmuska Orczy is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set in a Hungarian village, the story tackles themes of love, duty, and the struggles faced by young men and women on the cusp of adulthood, particularly focusing on military conscription. The narrative introduces us to Andor, a character who is preparing to leave for three years of military service, and his sweetheart Elsa, as they navigate their emotions during this transformative period. The opening of the novel paints a picturesque setting where the village of Marosfalva is alive with tension as the day of conscription approaches. The local youths, facing separation from their families and the uncertainties of military life, gather to partake in one last celebration filled with dancing and music. Amidst this backdrop, the budding love between Andor and Elsa unfolds, showcasing their dreams and fears about the future. The narrative dives into the emotional turmoil of impending loss and the societal expectations that bind Elsa, as she grapples with her devotion to Andor and the pressure from her mother to consider wealthy suitors like Erös Béla. As the community prepares for the harsh realities of military service, readers are drawn into the poignant exploration of youthful love against the constraints of duty and ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Hungary -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 29106
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 11, 2018
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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