"A vén gazember" is a classic Hungarian novel written by the outstanding Hungarian writer Kalman Miksat. This book tells the story of a famous swindler who remains inactive and "free" after a long life of fraud. The main character Gidon Maki tells about his adventures, pranks and tricks that helped him avoid military service and justice. Miksat manages to create a vivid image of a "witch" hero who, despite his bad reputation, won the hearts of readers with his insightful mind and unstoppable charms. Miksat's work shows a deep psychological development of the characters and a complex moral plot, which leaves behind many questions and thoughts. "A vén gazember" is a book that will not leave any reader indifferent, as it combines a deep philosophical content, a noticeable humorous note and an interesting plot imbued with patriotic motives and a sublime writing style.