Jenő Rejtő
Jenő Rejtő (1905–1943), born Jenő Reich, was a Hungarian journalist, playwright, and novelist who gained popularity with his humorous tales of adventure and crime. He wrote under various pseudonyms, including P. Howard and Gibson Lavery. Rejtő's works remain popular in Hungary, and his colorful characters and witty dialogue have earned him a lasting place in Hungarian literary history. Tragically, his life was cut short during World War II when he was forced into a labor battalion and died under mysterious circumstances.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. Dirty Fred The Captain
The book is a humorous adventure set in the 1930s, following the misadventures of Dirty Fred, a lovably roguish sea captain, and his sidekick, a former Foreign Legionnaire. Together, they navigate through a series of comical escapades involving treasure hunts, mistaken identities, and run-ins with a colorful cast of characters, including criminals, spies, and femme fatales. The story is known for its witty dialogue, satirical take on classic adventure tropes, and the endearing camaraderie between the two main characters as they try to outsmart their adversaries and survive the perils of their swashbuckling lifestyle.
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2. The 14 Carat Roadster
In this comedic adventure novel, a down-on-his-luck journalist finds himself entangled in a series of misadventures when he comes into possession of a luxurious but cursed car. The vehicle, which seems to bring trouble to all who own it, propels the protagonist through a whirlwind of escapades involving eccentric millionaires, unscrupulous thieves, and a mysterious woman. Set against the backdrop of pre-World War II Europe, the story combines humor, action, and a touch of romance, as the protagonist navigates the dangerous and often absurd situations that arise from his association with the ill-fated roadster.
The 4390th Greatest Book of All Time
