Abigél by Szabó, Magda
Set against the backdrop of World War II in Hungary, the novel follows a young girl sent to a strict boarding school in the countryside by her father, a high-ranking general who fears for her safety amidst the war. Struggling to fit in and feeling abandoned, she eventually discovers the school harbors deep secrets, including the mysterious "Abigél," a statue that seems to be at the center of a clandestine operation protecting those persecuted by the war. As the protagonist navigates the complexities of adolescence, authority, and the harsh realities of her time, she learns valuable lessons about trust, loyalty, and the power of community in the face of adversity.
The 5649th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1970
- Nationality
- Hungarian
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- Hungarian
- Avg User Rating
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(3.3)
- Alternate Titles
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- Abigail
- Abigél
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- 3rd on Big Read (Hungarian) (Hungaria)