Csongrádmegyei gyüjtés; Magyar népköltési gyüjtemény 2. kötet

This volume gathers the living breath of Hungarian folk tradition from the Csongrád region, collected painstakingly by Török Károly for the Kisfaludy Society. It presents a snapshot of rural life in the late‑19th century, preserving songs, ballads and tales that were sung at weddings, in the fields, and around the hearth. The editor’s notes give modest context, pointing out where the material overlaps with broader Alföld motifs while highlighting its local colour. Readers will hear the humor of tavern verses, the solemnity of funeral laments, and the simple joy of children’s riddles.

The anthology is organized into sections such as heroic ballads, love songs, patriotic and soldier’s songs, shepherd’s melodies, wine‑drinking verses and playful jingles. It also includes a rich selection of riddles, fairy‑tale fragments and short stories that illustrate everyday concerns and ancient myths. Together they form a valuable audio tapestry for anyone interested in hearing authentic folk voices from Hungary’s Great Plain.