Download or read book Budapest and New York written by Thomas Bender and published by Russell Sage Foundation. This book was released on 1994-01-13 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Little over a century ago, New York and Budapest were both flourishing cities engaging in spectacular modernization. By 1930, New York had emerged as an innovating cosmopolitan metropolis, while Budapest languished under the conditions that would foster fascism. Budapest and New York explores the increasingly divergent trajectories of these once-similar cities through the perspectives of both Hungarian and American experts in the fields of political, cultural, social and art history. Their original essays illuminate key aspects of urban life that most reveal the turn-of-the-century evolution of New York and Budapest: democratic participation, use of public space, neighborhood ethnicity, and culture high and low. What comes across most strikingly in these essays is New York's cultivation of social and political pluralism, a trend not found in Budapest. Nationalist ideology exerted tremendous pressure on Budapest's ethnic groups to assimilate to a single Hungarian language and culture. In contrast, New York's ethnic diversity was transmitted through a mass culture that celebrated ethnicity while muting distinct ethnic traditions, making them accessible to a national audience. While Budapest succumbed to the patriotic imperatives of a nation threatened by war, revolution, and fascism, New York, free from such pressures, embraced the variety of its people and transformed its urban ethos into a paradigm for America. Budapest and New York is the lively story of the making of metropolitan culture in Europe and America, and of the influential relationship between city and nation. In unifying essays, the editors observe comparisons not only between the cities, but in the scholarly outlooks and methodologies of Hungarian and American histories. This volume is a unique urban history. Begun under the unfavorable conditions of a divided world, it represents a breakthrough in cross-cultural, transnational, and interdisciplinary historical work.
Download or read book Budapest s Children written by Friederike Kind-Kovács and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2022-07-05 with total page 403 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the aftermath of World War I, international organizations descended upon the destitute children living in the rubble of Budapest and the city became a testing ground for how the West would handle the most vulnerable residents of a former enemy state. Budapest's Children reconstructs how Budapest turned into a laboratory of transnational humanitarian intervention. Friederike Kind-Kovács explores the ways in which migration, hunger, and destitution affected children's lives, casting light on children's particular vulnerability in times of distress. Drawing on extensive archival research, Kind-Kovács reveals how Budapest's children, as iconic victims of the war's aftermath, were used to mobilize humanitarian sentiments and practices throughout Europe and the United States. With this research, Budapest's Children investigates the dynamic interplay between local Hungarian organizations, international humanitarian donors, and the child relief recipients. In tracing transnational relief encounters, Budapest's Children reveals how intertwined postwar internationalism and nationalism were and how child relief reinforced revisionist claims and global inequalities that still reverberate today.
Download or read book Queer Budapest 1873 1961 written by Anita Kurimay and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "By the dawn of the twentieth century Budapest was on its way to becoming a cosmopolitan metropolis. The 'Pearl of the Danube' boasted some of Europe's most beguiling architectural achievements, and its growing middle class was committed to advancing the city's liberal politics, fostering its centrality as an intellectual and commercial crossroads between East and West. As historian Anita Kurimay reveals, fin-de-siècle Budapest was also famous for its boisterous public sexual culture-including a robust homosexual subculture. Queer Budapest, 1873-1961 is her riveting story of non-normative sexualities in Hungary as they were understood, experienced, and policed between the birth of the its capital as a unified metropolis in 1873 and the decriminalization of male homosexual acts in 1961. A stunning reappraisal of sexuality between East and West, Queer Budapest, 1873-1961 demolishes myths identifying queer life with the failures of late-twentieth-century liberalism and instead recuperates queer sociality as an integral part of Budapest's-and Hungary's-modern incarnation"--
Download or read book The Jewish Encyclopedia Leon Moravia written by Isidore Singer and published by . This book was released on 1904 with total page 714 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Bela Bartok and Turn of the Century Budapest written by Judit Frigyesi and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1998-03-23 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bartók's music is greatly prized by concertgoers, yet we know little about the intellectual milieu that gave rise to his artistry. Bartók is often seen as a lonely genius emerging from a gray background of an "underdeveloped country." Now Judit Frigyesi offers a broader perspective on Bartók's art by grounding it in the social and cultural life of turn-of-the-century Hungary and the intense creativity of its modernist movement. Bartók spent most of his life in Budapest, an exceptional man living in a remarkable milieu. Frigyesi argues that Hungarian modernism in general and Bartók's aesthetic in particular should be understood in terms of a collective search for wholeness in life and art and for a definition of identity in a rapidly changing world. Is it still possible, Bartók's generation of artists asked, to create coherent art in a world that is no longer whole? Bartók and others were preoccupied with this question and developed their aesthetics in response to it. In a discussion of Bartók and of Endre Ady, the most influential Hungarian poet of the time, Frigyesi demonstrates how different branches of art and different personalities responded to the same set of problems, creating oeuvres that appear as reflections of one another. She also examines Bartók's Bluebeard's Castle, exploring philosophical and poetic ideas of Hungarian modernism and linking Bartók's stylistic innovations to these concepts.
Download or read book Library Catalog of the Metropolitan Museum of Art New York Supplement written by Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.). Library and published by . This book was released on 1962 with total page 1070 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Jewish Encyclopedia written by Isidore Singer and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 726 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Contemporary Women s Movements in Hungary written by Katalin Fábián and published by Woodrow Wilson Center Press. This book was released on 2009-10-14 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the first and only book in any language on contemporary women’s movements in Hungary, this groundbreaking study focuses on the role of women’s activism in a society where women are not yet adequately represented by established parties and political institutions. Drawing on eyewitness accounts of meetings and protests, as well as first-person interviews with leading female activists, Katalin Fábián examines the interactions between women’s groups in Hungary and studies the unique brand of democracy they have forged in postcommunist Eastern Europe. Through her analysis, she demonstrates how democratization and globalization—with their attendant range of challenges and opportunities—have led women to redefine public-private divides.
Download or read book Budapest Building Managers and the Holocaust in Hungary written by Istvan Pal Adam and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-09-30 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book traces the role of Budapest building managers or concierges during the Holocaust. It analyzes the actions of a group of ordinary citizens in a much longer timeframe than Holocaust scholars usually do. Thus, it situates the building managers’ activity during the war against the background of the origins and development of the profession as a by-product of the development of residential buildings since the forming of Budapest. Instead of presenting a snapshot from 1944, it shows that the building managers’ wartime acts were influenced and shaped by their long-term social aspiration for greater recognition and their economic expectations. Rather than focusing solely on pre-war antisemitism, this book takes into consideration other factors from the interwar period, such as the culture of tipping. In Budapest, during June 1944, the Jewish residents were separated not into a single closed ghetto area, but by the authorities designating dispersed apartment buildings as ‘ghetto houses’. The almost 2,000 buildings were spread throughout the entire city and the non-Jewish concierges serving in these houses represented the link between the outside and the inside world. The empowerment of these building managers happened as a side-effect of the anti-Jewish legislation and these concierges found themselves in an intermediary position between the authorities and the citizens.
Download or read book Unveiling Budapest Hungary Your Travel Guide to the Pearl of the Danube Essentials Edition written by Tailored Travel Guides and published by WEST AGORA INT S.R.L.. This book was released on 2024-09-19 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Highlights: Quick Access to official websites for bookings, current prices, tickets, reservations, extra information and much more Day Trips with destination overview, images, distance, highlights and more - for each day-trip Stunning Pictorials - 111+ images - Makes the perfect Souvenir Maps and free quick access to extra filtered maps Written and published in 2024 90+ vibrant, full-color pages Over 90+ meticulously curated entries featuring stunning images, invaluable tips, practical insights, and much more Up-to-date and triple-checked information for accuracy and reliability Embark on an enchanting voyage through Budapest with "Unveiling Budapest - Hungary: Your Travel Guide to the Pearl of the Danube - Essentials Edition." This expertly curated guide is your passport to exploring the timeless allure of Budapest, from its historic bathhouses to its majestic architecture and vibrant cultural scene. What Sets Our Budapest Guide Apart: Newly Published in 2024: Stay ahead with the most recent insights into Budapest's dynamic culture and timeless beauty, ensuring your experience is both authentic and up-to-date. Over 90 Entries Across 90+ Full-Color Pages: From the historic Buda Castle to the relaxing thermal baths, our guide is filled with stunning visuals and detailed entries that bring the magic of Budapest to life. Concise and Engaging: We provide the perfect mix of depth and brevity, enriching your visit with fascinating insights without overwhelming you with unnecessary details. Reliable and Current Information: Every recommendation and tip is triple-checked for accuracy, offering a dependable companion for your Budapest journey. Unbiased and Tailored Recommendations: Free from commercial bias — no kickbacks, and focused solely on your experience, our suggestions are designed to ensure you discover the best of Budapest, from its renowned landmarks to its hidden gems. Why Our Guide is Essential for Your Budapest Adventure: Experience Budapest's Heart and Soul: Our guide doesn't just show you Budapest; it lets you experience the city's essence. It's an invitation to wander beyond the main streets into the intimate corners where Budapest reveals its true character. We illuminate the path to understanding the city's rich history and vibrant present, turning every step into a moment of discovery. The Ideal Gift: A thoughtful gift for anyone who dreams of Budapest, offering a window to the city's soul, rich in history and beauty. For Dreamers and Planners: Whether planning your next visit or dreaming from afar, let our guide inspire your adventures and enrich your understanding of Budapest's layered beauty. For Lovers of Beauty: An exquisite addition to any collection, our guide is as visually captivating as it is informative, perfect for adorning coffee tables and sparking wanderlust. Get Immediate Access: Quick links to official sites for bookings, current prices, tickets, reservations, extra information, and much more, saving you time and ensuring up-to-date information. Plan Unforgettable Day Trips: Comprehensive overviews, beautiful imagery, distances, and highlights to discover attractions beyond Budapest. Navigate with Ease: Stunning pictorials and maps, including free access to additional curated maps that enhance your exploration. Secure Your Copy: Prepare to be captivated by the magic, history, and artistry of Budapest, as every page of this guide draws you deeper into its captivating story. With this guide in hand, you're not just visiting Budapest; you're experiencing it in all its glory. Discover Your Journey with Tailored Travel Guides!
Download or read book Facing the Holocaust in Budapest written by Arieh Ben-Tov and published by Springer. This book was released on 2013-11-27 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Masquerade written by Tivadar Soros and published by Arcade Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author recounts his years lived under a fake Christian identity during the Nazi occupation of Hungary in the Second World War, including the efforts he put forth to protect his family as well as many other Jews.
Download or read book The Jewish encyclopedia a descriptive record of the history religion literature and customs of the Jewish people from the earliest times to the present day written by Cyrus Adler and published by . This book was released on 1906 with total page 880 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Under the Frog written by Tibor Fischer and published by Random House. This book was released on 2002 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set in post-war Hungary between 1944 and 1956, the story follows the lives of two young men and in particular their careers in a travelling basketball team. They spend most of their time in the avoidance of work and army service and in the pursuit of sex.
Download or read book Report of the Attorney General to the Congress of the United States on the Administration of the Foreign Agents Registration Act as Amended written by United States. Dept. of Justice and published by . This book was released on 1951 with total page 846 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
