Publisher's Synopsis
A Hungarian Nabob: A Romance is a novel written by Maurus Jokai and first published in 1898. The story is set in Hungary during the 19th century and follows the life of a wealthy nobleman named Count Michael Szentirmay. Michael is known as the ""Hungarian Nabob"" because of his immense wealth, which he has acquired through shrewd business dealings and investments.The novel explores Michael's personal and professional life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and business associates. It also delves into the political and social issues of Hungary at the time, including the struggle for independence from Austria.Throughout the novel, Michael faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including financial setbacks, romantic entanglements, and political turmoil. However, he remains determined to succeed and to make a positive impact on his country and his community.A Hungarian Nabob: A Romance is a sweeping epic that offers a vivid portrayal of Hungary in the 19th century. It is a story of love, ambition, and perseverance, and is considered one of Jokai's most important works.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
