Őszi fény: Ujabb elbeszélések by Mór Jókai

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Őszi fény: Ujabb elbeszélések by Mór Jókai is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book likely explores themes of social dynamics, cultural tensions, and personal relationships within the context of historical and regional settings. Central characters include notable figures from the Polish-Lithuanian nobility and Jewish communities, setting the stage for intricate narratives filled with moral dilemmas and family legacies. The opening of this collection introduces readers to a richly detailed narrative centered around the Bielistok estate, its majestic castle likened to the Polish Versailles, and the intermingling of local legends and traditional customs. The story begins by recounting a historical incident involving a silver coin associated with Judas Iscariot and explores the aftermath of an ancient curse on the Bielistok family. As characters navigate complex social expectations and the weight of ancestral legacies, the stage is set for conflicts that intertwine personal desires with the historical legacies of their respective communities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)