Tünemények

A vivid portrait of a fading political era unfolds through the eyes of Count Zichy Manó, the self‑styled “last Deák‑party member.” The narrative opens in a bustling Budapest train station, where the king’s farewell to his courtiers becomes a stage for Manó’s wry commentary on the party’s collapse and the shifting loyalties of the Hungarian aristocracy.

Interwoven with personal anecdotes, the account sketches the count’s multilingual upbringing, his military service, and a remarkable marriage to the English Miss Strachan, whose family’s wealth spans continents. Manó’s sharp observations on language, nationalism, and the quirks of 19th‑century high society lend the story both humor and depth, offering listeners a window into the complex dance of politics, culture, and identity in a time of change.