Bukfenc by Gyula Krúdy

"Bukfenc" by Gyula Krúdy is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a young girl named Gyöngyvirág, who navigates her childhood in a complex household filled with secrets and the echoes of social expectations. The opening sets the stage for a deep exploration of youth, innocence, and the clash between personal desires and societal norms. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Gyöngyvirág, living in her grandmother's house, steeped in a mix of mystery and adult intrigues. The narrative paints a vivid picture of her surroundings, capturing the essence of her sheltered yet curious life. Gyöngyvirág's observations unveil the adult world around her, filled with unspoken rules, forbidden passions, and characters like her authoritative grandmother, who is both a protector and a prisoner of societal expectations. The opening portion suggests a rich, symbolic journey of self-discovery as Gyöngyvirág grapples with her burgeoning emotions and her longing for freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Krúdy, Gyula, 1878-1933
Title Bukfenc
Credits Produced by Albert László (This file was produced from
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 67.5 (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 fiction -- 20th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 41539
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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