Kultaviulu by Ferenc Herczeg
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"Kultaviulu" by Ferenc Herczeg is a literary novel written in the early 20th century. The book unfolds against the backdrop of the socio-political turmoil of Europe, exploring the lives of its characters intertwined with the impending doom of war. The principal characters include Professor Stefan Arató, his wife Katalin, and the Arató twins, Peter and Pal, who grapple with personal emotions and societal changes as the specter of conflict looms over their
tranquil lives. The opening of "Kultaviulu" introduces readers to a picturesque scene outside a royal castle, with heavy clouds reflecting the tumultuous atmosphere. Professor Arató stands at the window, reflecting on his childhood memories of clouds, which were once his companions. The tranquility of family life is portrayed through the interactions of Katalin with her cat and her lively conversations with her military brothers-in-law. However, a tension grows as the characters share their light-hearted moments amidst an undercurrent of anxiety about the approaching war. The narrative hints at a profound disturbance in their lives as they overhear discussions of war, revealing their youthful excitement and naivety juxtaposed with the gravity of an uncertain future. This sets the stage for how their relationships and experiences will be shaped by the tumultuous events to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Herczeg, Ferenc, 1863-1954 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Pesola, Väinö, 1886-1966 |
| Uniform Title | Az arany hegedű. Finnish |
| Title | Kultaviulu |
| Original Publication | Helsinki: Kust.Oy Ahjo, 1919. |
| Credits | Tuula Temonen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 42.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Hungarian fiction -- Translations into Finnish |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 75224 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-75224-2 |
| Release Date | Jan 27, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 276 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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