1962 Strictly From Hungary By: Ladislas and 50 similar items

STRICTLY FROM HUNGARY A Spicy Goulash of truths and near-truths about Hungarians from Christopher Columbus to Zsa Zsa Gabor. By: Ladislas Farago Copyright: 1962. If not an Unstated First Edition, then a very early printing. Published By: Walker and Company This Hard Cover vintage book (196 pages) is in Very Good condition inside and out. The original dust jacket is in decent shape, but is price-clipped and has some light stains, as pictured. No marks at all noted to interior. This has been reprinted several times, but this is an early, probably unstated first, edition. Extremely collectible in Very Good vintage condition! About Book: "Rich in humor, confidence men, and charm."-- New York Times Known for his best-selling military histories, Ladislas Farago also wrote a witty tribute to his homeland, Strictly from Hungary . Noting that Hungary has produced some of the world's most renowned artists, scientists, and financiers as well as its share of world-class con-artists, charlatans, and rakes, Farago sets out to explain just how one tiny country can be responsible for so much talent, both good and bad. Using stories from his days as a struggling writer in the bustling cafe scenes of Budapest and New York City, Farago demonstrates the Hungarian knack for remaining irrepressible and optimistic even in the face of catastrophe. Here we meet Zoltan, a fellow Bohemian who presents his astonished benefactor with a play "about nothing," a theme later made famous by another writer of Hungarian descent, Jerry Seinfeld. Farago also introduces us to "Baby Kiss," a vivacious Hungarian beauty queen, and the story of how she ended up in Fort Worth, Texas; Orkeny, a double agent for America at the height of the Cold War who "spiced up" his reports to keep everyone happy, and the author's own experience getting mustered into the supposedly non-existent Royal Hungarian Army. Farago's reminiscence validates what most Hungarians believe: that Hungary is the center of the world and that everyone has some connection to the land of the Magyars. In that spirit, Farago learns that George Washington himself was "strictly from Hungary." Fantastic Vintage gift for the comedy book collector in your life!!!!! Your satisfaction is important to me. Any and all questions answered, and happy to send more pics / info etc. Please look at my feedback and buy with confidence. Please see my other listings for more great collectibles and books! Happy to discount shipping for multiple wins!