| Author |
Kosztolányi, Dezső, 1885-1936 |
| Title |
A szegény kisgyermek panaszai
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| Original Publication |
Hungary: Athenaeum,1919.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project
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| Summary |
"A szegény kisgyermek panaszai" by Dezső Kosztolányi is a poignant collection of poetry written in the early 20th century, specifically around the period following World War I. This book delves into the themes of childhood, suffering, and the sentiments experienced by a sickly child in a world full of pain and longing. It reflects the complexities of a child's emotions, fears, and dreams, capturing both the innocence and somberness of youthful perspectives. The poem unfolds through the voice of a young boy who grapples with illness, death, and the stark realities of life. Through vivid imagery and touching lines, he describes encounters with family members, the presence of death, and the struggles of growing up in an unforgiving environment. The child reflects on fragile joys, the comfort of family, and the fear of mortality while navigating the bittersweet nature of childhood experiences. His reflections capture a tapestry of emotions—from fear and uncertainty to fleeting moments of happiness—creating a profound connection with the reader's own childhood memories and sentiments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Hungarian |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Hungarian poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68814 |
| Release Date |
Aug 22, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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