Description

One of Kosztolányi’s most famous and powerful works, Édes Anna, takes readers into early 20th-century Budapest, where deep social tensions lie beneath the seemingly orderly bourgeois life. The story centers on Anna, a young maid working in the Vizy household—quietly and obediently—until the pressure that has built up within her drives her to a tragic act.

Kosztolányi’s subtle psychological portrayal, social critique, and the novel’s dramatic power make Édes Anna a cornerstone of Hungarian literature. It is an excellent choice for those who enjoy profound, thought-provoking stories or for students preparing for exams who seek a truly strong classic.