Tóték by István Örkény
A groteszk játék három felvonásban
"Tóték" is a satirical novella set during World War II in a Hungarian village occupied by Soviet troops. The story revolves around the Tót family, who are forced to accommodate a Russian artillery captain in their home. As the family goes to absurd lengths to please their unwanted guest, the novella humorously and critically explores themes of power, oppression, and the absurdity of war. The interactions between the Hungarian family and the Russian officer highlight the cultural misunderstandings and the tragicomic aspects of life under military occupation, offering a poignant reflection on the human condition during times of conflict.
The 6192nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1967
- Nationality
- Hungarian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 128
- Original Language
- Hungarian
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- Alternate Titles
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- The Tot Family
- The Toth Family
- The Toths
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- 58th on Big Read (Hungarian) (Hungaria)