The Good Master
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Damage to jacket around top of spine and folds - otherwise still intact. Binding tight. Pages clean.
A beloved classic of children's literature, The Good Master chronicles the spirited adventures of Jancsi, a Hungarian farm boy, and his wild, city-bred cousin Kate, who arrives on the Hungarian plains full of mischief and restless energy. Set against the vivid backdrop of the Hungarian puszta in the early twentieth century, the novel illustrates the rich traditions, folklore, and pastoral rhythms of rural Hungarian life with warmth and authenticity. Kate Seredy, drawing on her own Hungarian heritage, presents the story with a gentle humor and a deep affection for her homeland, bringing to life festivals, horsemanship, and the close-knit bonds of family. As Jancsi's patient and wise father — the good master of the title — guides young Kate toward kindness and self-discipline, the narrative unfolds as both a heartfelt coming-of-age story and a vivid cultural portrait. A Newbery Honor recipient, this timeless tale continues to captivate readers with its joyful spirit and its celebration of courage, community, and belonging.
Author: Kate Seredy
Format: Hardback
Published: 1955, George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Damage to jacket around top of spine and folds - otherwise still intact. Binding tight. Pages clean.
A beloved classic of children's literature, The Good Master chronicles the spirited adventures of Jancsi, a Hungarian farm boy, and his wild, city-bred cousin Kate, who arrives on the Hungarian plains full of mischief and restless energy. Set against the vivid backdrop of the Hungarian puszta in the early twentieth century, the novel illustrates the rich traditions, folklore, and pastoral rhythms of rural Hungarian life with warmth and authenticity. Kate Seredy, drawing on her own Hungarian heritage, presents the story with a gentle humor and a deep affection for her homeland, bringing to life festivals, horsemanship, and the close-knit bonds of family. As Jancsi's patient and wise father — the good master of the title — guides young Kate toward kindness and self-discipline, the narrative unfolds as both a heartfelt coming-of-age story and a vivid cultural portrait. A Newbery Honor recipient, this timeless tale continues to captivate readers with its joyful spirit and its celebration of courage, community, and belonging.