A keresztúton by Károly Lovik
"A keresztúton" by Károly Lovik is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set during the winter twilight, the story introduces readers to various characters as they converge in a small town, leading to a series of interactions that reflect upon love, loss, and human folly. The narrative revolves around a ballet star named Signora Bibiani, who arrives with a sense of confusion and heartbreak, alongside a recently retired officer named
Ábel, who contemplates his failed romances and a newfound interest in poetry. The opening of the novel presents a rich tapestry of dialogue and scene-setting that captures the atmosphere of a winter evening as both a postmaster and travelers arrive at the station. Signora Bibiani, dressed in her luxurious fur coat, descends from her carriage, reflecting on her recent gambling losses and disillusionment with relationships. Ábel, the seasoned officer, interacts with her while sharing his disheartening experiences with women, painting a picture of a man who has faced numerous disappointments. Their conversation reveals deeper themes of misunderstanding and social expectations, hinting at a complex exploration of romance and identity as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lovik, Károly, 1874-1915 |
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| Title | A keresztúton |
| Contents | A keresztúton -- Éjféli beszélgetés -- Egy hős halála -- A csodálatos hajó -- Oroszlány Péter halála -- Régi órák -- Az igazságról -- Ödön -- Cheveaulégers -- A Zsáleszki-lányok -- Korponai -- Velencei kaland -- Nikolszkoj -- A rosztovi úton -- Egy régi gavallér visszaemlékezéseiből. |
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Produced by Albert László from page images generously made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.6 (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 fiction -- 20th century |
| Subject | Short stories, Hungarian |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62247 |
| Release Date | May 27, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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