A Bélteky ház: Tanregény (1. kötet)

Set against the vibrant yet turbulent early 19th‑century Hungary, the novel follows a restless young clerk who climbs the ranks of the capital’s bureaucracy while nurturing grand ideas far beyond his office desk. Fueled by a mixture of idealism and sharp wit, he dreams of establishing the nation’s first savings institution, championing education, and stirring the public with parables that expose society’s flaws. His relentless drive draws both admiration and suspicion, as he balances literary experiments with daring economic schemes.

Through lively dialogue and colorful encounters, the story paints a portrait of a reformer whose ambitions intertwine with the everyday lives of merchants, nobles, and common folk. Readers glimpse the birth of modern civic projects, the clash of tradition with progress, and the humor that softens biting social commentary. The narrative invites listeners to experience a formative moment in Hungary’s cultural awakening, where one man’s pen and ledger aim to reshape a nation.