"’Neath the Hoof of the Tartar; Or, The Scourge of God" by Miklós Jósika is a historical fiction set in Hungary during the Mongol invasion, exploring the lives of Master Peter, his daughter Dora, and others as they face war. Rumors of approaching Mongol forces and Father Roger's warnings create tension, forcing characters to confront impending danger and prepare for battle. Peter's skepticism clashes with Dora's readiness, while political issues involving the Kunok and Stephen add complexity, creating an atmosphere filled with heroism, cultural identity, and relationship challenges amidst threats.
'Neath the Hoof of the Tartar; Or, The Scourge of God
By Miklós Jósika
In the face of a looming Mongol invasion, a family in Hungary grapples with warnings, skepticism, and political unrest, setting the stage for a fierce struggle for survival and identity.
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2011-05-24
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About the AuthorMiklós Jósika was a Hungarian soldier, politician and writer. He is recognized as the first successful novelist in Hungarian literature, through the publishing of one of his first works, Abafi (1836), a historical novel set in his native Transylvania in the style of Romantic writers of the era such as Walter Scott.
Miklós Jósika was a Hungarian soldier, politician and writer. He is recognized as the first successful novelist in Hungarian literature, through the publishing of one of his first works, Abafi (1836), a historical novel set in his native Transylvania in the style of Romantic writers of the era such as Walter Scott.
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