Manasseh: A Romance of Transylvania: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Manasseh: A Romance of Transylvania: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Manasseh: A Romance of Transylvania is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Jókai, Mór (1825–1904). The listed translation credits are Bicknell, Percy Favor (1860–?).
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"Manasseh: A Romance of Transylvania" by Mór Jókai is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work explores themes of love, war, and political strife against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in Hungarian history, likely during the revolutions of 1848. The story centers around Manasseh Adorjan, a young Unitarian man of noble descent, as he navigates personal and political conflicts, offering insights into the social dynamics and religious tensions of the time. The opening of the narrative begins in an Italian railway station during the spring of 1848, where Manasseh encounters two ladies and their escort, Gabriel Zimandy. After a dispute over seating on a crowded train, Manasseh offers them a first-class compartment, sparking a conversation that hints at his complex past and the trials he faces. Through dialog, readers learn about his unfulfilled aspirations, political discontent, and deep-rooted love for his homeland, Transylvania, indicating that his journey is not just a physical relocation but also an emotional and ideological struggle. The interaction sets the stage for the intertwining of their fates, hinting at romance and alliances formed amid the chaos of their historical setting.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Manasseh: A Romance of Transylvania
- Author credits: Jókai, Mór (1825–1904)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Bicknell, Percy Favor (1860–?)
Catalogue subjects
- Transylvania (Romania) -- Fiction
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- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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