Emlékbeszédek (1. kötet)

A remarkable anthology gathers the solemn orations Gyulai delivered on behalf of the Hungarian Academy, the Kisfaludy Society and other cultural gatherings. Each speech commemorates a writer or thinker, sketching their character and placing their work within the nation’s literary renewal of the late‑nineteenth century. The tone balances heartfelt reverence with an acute awareness of the broader social and linguistic struggles of the era.

Interwoven with the eulogies are several of Gyulai’s own essays and brief notices originally published in contemporary journals, offering a personal glimpse into the intellectual climate of his time. Listeners will hear vivid portraits of celebrated figures, the earnest questions they raised about national identity, and the lingering hope for a more vibrant literary future. Though rooted in a specific historical moment, the collection’s reflections on art, duty and remembrance still resonate with anyone curious about the foundations of modern Hungarian letters.