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Jókai, Mór
1825
1904
Jokai, Maurus
Jokai, Mor
Bain, R. Nisbet (Robert Nisbet)
1854
1909
Bain, Robert Nisbet
Eyes Like the Sea: A Novel
Translation of: "A tengerszemű hölgy"
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"Eyes Like the Sea" by Mór Jókai is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the protagonist, who is infatuated with a captivating girl named Bessy. As the narrative unfolds, it explores themes of love, ambition, and youthful experiences amidst a backdrop of societal expectations and personal aspirations. The opening of the novel introduces the main character's admiration for Bessy, describing her enchanting eyes, which he likens to the sea. Their first interaction occurs during a dance lesson led by a memorable dancing-master, Monsieur Galifard. The protagonist, who is about sixteen years old, becomes aware of his feelings for Bessy as they engage in playful banter and clumsy dancing. This initial encounter sets the stage for the exploration of their evolving relationship, highlighting the protagonist's youthful aspirations and struggles for recognition in both love and creative endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Historical fiction
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Hungary -- Fiction
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