"A Dobay-ház: Regény" by György Szemere is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the Dobay family, particularly focusing on Alajos Dobay, a poet whose aspirations and past are intertwined with the lives of his wife and daughter, Inci. The narrative hints at themes of love, social status, and familial expectations as the characters navigate their relationships and societal pressures. The opening of the novel introduces Alajos
Dobay as a once-promising poet who abandons his literary pursuits after a failed romance. Now, at fifty-three, he marries a much younger Ida, who raises their daughter Inci with care and affection. As the family prepares to make an impression in Budapest, their financial struggles become apparent, as they must balance appearances with their limited resources. Inci, beautiful and innocent, faces the attention of multiple suitors, setting the stage for potential romantic entanglements that could challenge both her family's values and her own desires. The dynamic between the characters reveals an intricate web of relationships that will likely evolve throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
