Hagyományok (1. kötet)

A lively anthology gathers hundreds of Hungarian folk tales, riddles, proverbs and curious customs into a single volume. The editor sorts the material by theme—animal fables, heroic legends, everyday superstitions—so listeners can wander from the mischievous “bárgyú ember” to the bewildering origins of the word “dohány.” Each story captures the humor, moral lessons, and sometimes the absurd logic that have shaped village life for generations.

The collection feels like a conversational walk through a 1914 folklore society meeting, where scholars and storytellers exchange witty observations and explain the quirks behind names, rituals and old sayings. Listeners will hear why a wolf “goes out to dance before learning to fly,” how a generous Rudolf hides his treasure, and the bizarre reasons behind everyday objects. This rich tapestry offers a vivid glimpse into the imagination and values of a people whose oral tradition still echoes today.