Milyenek a nők?; Milyenek a férfiak? by Mór Jókai

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Milyenek a nők?; Milyenek a férfiak? by Mór Jókai is a historical fiction work written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the lives and intrigues of Russian nobility, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and power dynamics, particularly through the lens of the enigmatic figure of Empress Elizabeth and her relationships, as well as her successors. The opening of the book introduces Erzsébet, the daughter of Peter the Great, who experiences the tragic loss of her fiancée just days before their wedding, leading her to vow never to marry. The narrative paints a vivid picture of her despondence and the subsequent turmoil in her life, characterized by a series of romantic liaisons that fail to fill the void left by her lost love. As the story progresses, the focus shifts to the complexities of her heart and the social expectations that bind her, setting the stage for the political maneuvering and character interplay that defines the historical context of the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)