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Harcz a nemzeti hadseregért

The author assembles selected public speeches and prefatory essays explaining why only certain addresses are published, reflecting on decades of public life and the duties of a parliamentarian. The collection includes parliamentary debates, courtroom and public assembly orations, and meditations on rhetorical craft; the author defends careful selection by literary and political criteria, critiques foreign influences on native political language, and argues for preserving the language’s clarity and national thought while acknowledging the variable public impact and artistic merits of individual speeches.

By Károly Eötvös
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The author assembles selected public speeches and prefatory essays explaining why only certain addresses are published, reflecting on decades of public life and the duties of a parliamentarian. The collection includes parliamentary debates, courtroom and public assembly orations, and meditations on rhetorical craft; the author defends careful selection by literary and political criteria, critiques foreign influences on native political language, and argues for preserving the language’s clarity and national thought while acknowledging the variable public impact and artistic merits of individual speeches.

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Károly Eötvös

Károly Eötvös was a Hungarian writer and politician, known for his contributions to Hungarian literature in the 19th century. His works often reflect the social and political issues of his time, blending narrative with a deep sense of national identity. Among his notable works is "A Bakony," a two-volume exploration of the natural beauty and cultural significance of the Bakony region. Eötvös also wrote short stories and essays, such as "A ki örökké bujdosott és egyéb elbeszélések," which showcase his narrative skill and keen observation of human nature. His literary legacy continues to be celebrated in Hungary.

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