Mór Jókai, born Maurus Jokai on 18 February 1825 in Komárom, Hungary, was a prolific Hungarian novelist and a preeminent figure in 19th-century Hungarian literature. A master storyteller, Jókai's novels are characterized by vivid imagination, romantic idealism, and a touch of humor, becoming something of a national treasure. Best known for his historical and social novels, he delved into the folkl...