Keleti életképek by Ármin Vámbéry

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Author Vámbéry, Ármin, 1832-1913
Title Keleti életképek
Credits Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project
Summary "Keleti életképek" by Ármin Vámbéry is a collection of observations and reflections on life in the Islamic East, written in the late 19th century. The work seeks to portray the customs, lifestyles, and the rich cultural landscape of the region, providing readers with a glimpse into a world that might be both enchanting and challenging. Vámbéry’s experiences, especially from his time in Asia, underpin his narratives, making the book a personal account of the East’s diverse intricacies. The opening of "Keleti életképek" introduces the author’s motivations for compiling these sketches, noting that they were written during his time in the East and reflect impressions that have long lingered in his memory. He expresses a desire to convey the essence of the East without the embellishments often found in literary works, aiming instead for clarity and directness. Vámbéry discusses both the grandeur of historical Eastern palaces and the stark contrasts of modernity that challenge the romanticized perceptions of the region, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of its societal norms and domestic life in subsequent sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Hungarian
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject Middle East
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EBook-No. 66497
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