
Megjegyzés:
A BABONÁK KÖNYVE.
ELŐSZÓ.
Egy kis bevezetés féle.
Mi az a babonaság?
A babona eredete és az őshit babonás alakjai.
Az ujabb babonák szörny-alakjai.
A boszorkányok.
A járványos betegségek.
Állatjárványok.
In this spirited yet scholarly work, the author confronts the deep‑rooted superstitions that have long shaped everyday life, arguing that true progress depends on casting them aside. Drawing on the expertise of physicians and naturalists, he gathers the most common folk beliefs, from harmless charms to dangerous misconceptions, and exposes their logical flaws with clear, relatable examples. The text blends earnest advocacy for public education with a touch of humor, making the science behind the myths accessible without the dry trappings of academic tomes.
Listeners will find a vivid portrait of a society at a crossroads, where newly founded schools and libraries strive to replace fear‑based customs with reasoned understanding. By illustrating how superstition can hinder health, morals, and social well‑being, the book offers practical advice and encouraging counsel for anyone eager to recognize and overcome these lingering “weeds” in the collective mind. Its earnest call for enlightenment remains relevant, inviting reflection on the balance between tradition and knowledge.
Language
hu
Duration
~4 hours (258K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project
Release date
2021-10-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1844–1881
A 19th-century Hungarian writer and lawyer, he is best remembered for A babonák könyve, a striking survey of popular superstitions and folk beliefs. His work still stands out for the way it captures everyday fears, customs, and storytelling from its time.
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