Margit Kaffka was a prominent Hungarian writer, recognized as a significant voice of her generation. Her narratives primarily explored the decline of the gentry and the multifaceted struggles faced by independent women at the turn of the century. Kaffka frequently drew upon personal recollections of national crises and the stark societal contradictions of Hungarian life. Her distinctive literary style adeptly captured the essence of her era and the profound impact of social change.
A lyrical evocation of convent life in Hungary at the beginning of the century, making the point that for some it is a straightjacket, while for others a refuge in defense of their faith. In the struggle for control of this refuge, modern ideas clash with religious observances, as does youth and age. The novel portrays the love of the girl pupils for the boys waiting for them in the outside world, and that of nuns and novices for each other