The story of my struggles: the memoirs of Arminius Vambéry, Volume 2

"The Story of My Struggles: The Memoirs of Arminius Vambéry, Volume 2" by Ármin Vámbéry is a memoir that continues the author’s life story, focusing on his return to Hungary after making accomplishments in England and his adventures in Central Asia. After being celebrated in England, the author chose a more peaceful, academic path, even though he had the chance to work in political diplomacy. He then goes on to reflect on the hardships he encountered while trying to fit back into Hungarian society, because he was met with doubt and criticism unlike the praise he had received abroad. This discrepancy brings to light themes of identity, what society expects from people, and the pursuit of acknowledgement in a world that's been changed by empires.