Birálatok, 1861-1903 by Pál Gyulai
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"Birálatok, 1861-1903" by Pál Gyulai is a collection of literary critiques written in the late 19th century. The text showcases Gyulai's reflections and analyses of various Hungarian literary works, offering insights into prose and poetry from that period. This critical compilation covers a wide array of topics, highlighting both the merits and shortcomings of the works discussed, revealing the evolution of Hungarian literature during its time. At the start of the work,
the author introduces the themes and focuses of his critiques through a detailed table of contents, which lists various literary pieces, authors, and specific critiques. Among the first critiques explored is an adaptation of Jerrold Douglas's “Mrs. Caudle’s Curtain Lectures,” rewritten as “Kukliné prédikácziói.” Gyulai humorously portrays the character of Kukliné, who incessantly lectures her husband about trivial issues, creating a vivid depiction of domestic life through wit and satire. These opening reflections set the stage for a broader examination of the literary landscape, showcasing Gyulai's analytical style and his opinions on the state of Hungarian literature at the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gyulai, Pál, 1826-1909 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 93846116 |
| Title | Birálatok, 1861-1903 |
| Credits | Albert László from page images generously made available by the Internet Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | Hungarian |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Hungarian literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66615 |
| Release Date | Oct 26, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 377 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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