Heathen Master Filcsik

''Heathen Master Filcsik'' is a short story by Hungarian author Kálmán Mikszáth, first published in 1910. It follows the life of a proud and miserly cobbler, Filcsik, who prioritizes his prized fur cloak over the well-being of his daughter, Therese. The narrative explores themes of familial neglect and human emotion as Therese elopes against her father's wishes, leading to a rift that culminates in her illness. Ultimately, Filcsik's journey reveals a transformation sparked by compassion when he sacrifices his cloak for a beggar, highlighting Mikszáth's humor and social commentary on human relationships.