In Hungarian literature, which author created the nostalgic character Szindbád, traveling through sensory memories of towns, love affairs, and culinary meals?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Gyula Krúdy
- Step 1: Gyula Krúdy (1878–1933) created the Szindbád narratives, pioneering an impressionistic, stream-of-consciousness style celebrating disappearing Old Hungary. Answer: Gyula Krúdy. Why not the others: Ferenc Molnár was a master playwright of high bourgeois comedy and drama (A Pál utcai fiúk), and Bródy was a naturalist dramatist.
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