
In the waning years after the Rákóczi uprisings, the old symbols of Hungarian liberty have become distant echoes. Against this backdrop, a determined young protestant, Csornai, steps onto the political stage, hoping to revive the fading spirit of freedom through reasoned speech rather than the sword. His sharp mind and fiery convictions quickly draw both allies and opponents within the turbulent assemblies of the era.
While navigating the treacherous corridors of power, Csornai’s personal life becomes entangled with that of Katinka, the spirited daughter of a modest baron. Their tentative bond offers a glimpse of hope amid the relentless demands of duty, yet the looming threats of censorship and forced conscription keep their future uncertain. The narrative weaves together the clash of old aristocratic privileges, emerging nationalist ideas, and the tender, often conflicted, emotions of youth.
Through vivid historical detail and intimate character study, the story captures a pivotal moment when a nation wrestles with its past while searching for a new voice—one that balances honor, love, and the relentless pursuit of a brighter tomorrow.
Language
hu
Duration
~8 hours (494K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project
Release date
2018-02-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1825–1904
A towering figure of 19th-century Hungarian literature, he wrote with astonishing range and energy, producing novels, short fiction, plays, and journalism that made him one of his country’s best-loved storytellers. His work often blends romance, adventure, history, and a lively sense of national life.
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