Harcz az alkotmányért

audiobook

Harcz az alkotmányért

by Károly Eötvös

HU·~7 hours

Chapters

Description

Set against the turbulent final decade of the nineteenth‑century Hungarian kingdom, this collection brings together a series of impassioned speeches and reflective essays that chronicle a nation’s fight to protect its constitutional foundations. Through vivid, first‑hand accounts, the author captures the erosion of public morals, the sway of foreign influence, and the alarming rise of political bribery that marked the era’s governance. Listeners are invited into the corridors of power, hearing the raw urgency of a reformer who witnessed the slow decay of democratic ideals.

The volume delves into the mechanics of legislation, the inner workings of parliamentary committees, and the personal convictions that drove an unwavering campaign for national self‑determination. Each piece balances factual detail with rhetorical flair, offering insight into how the author mobilized both the press and literary circles to rally support for constitutional integrity. As a historical testimony, it provides a clear window into a pivotal moment when Hungary’s future hung in the balance, making the struggle both immediate and resonant for today’s audience.

Details

Language

hu

Duration

~7 hours (447K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

Hungary: Révai, 1909.

Credits

Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project

Release date

2022-01-31

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Károly Eötvös

Károly Eötvös

1842–1916

A Hungarian lawyer, politician, and writer, he became widely known for his defense in the Tiszaeszlár trial and later turned his sharp eye and warm humor to essays, memoirs, and travel writing. His books blend public life, storytelling, and a strong sense of place, especially around Lake Balaton.

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