Öreg szekér fakó hám: Újabb elbeszélések

A lively collection of short tales, this volume stitches together humor, folklore, and the everyday drama of 18th‑century Hungarian life. From eccentric characters to quiet moments of reflection, each story offers a glimpse into a world where tradition and personal idiosyncrasies mingle. The narratives are rooted in the countryside and the court alike, giving listeners a vivid sense of time and place without demanding any prior knowledge.

One standout story follows a provincial official who, eager to show loyalty to the crown, plants two towering linden trees on a modest meadow. He tends them with almost religious devotion, finding solace beneath their shade and turning the grove into a personal sanctuary. When Empress Maria Theresa herself visits the trees, the humble tribute unexpectedly draws royal attention, highlighting how small acts can echo far beyond their origins.