| Author |
Molnár, Ferenc, 1878-1952 |
| Title |
A farkas : Vigjáték három felvonásban
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| Original Publication |
Budapest: Franklin-Társulat, 1912.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Albert László from page images generously made available by the Hungarian Electronic Library
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| Summary |
"A farkas: Vigjáték három felvonásban" by Ferenc Molnár is a play written in the early 20th century, specifically in the year 1912. The story revolves around the complex relationship between Dr. Kelemen and his wife, Vilma, alongside an array of characters that includes military officers and other townsfolk. Themes of jealousy, suspicion, and social dynamics in a setting that appears to be a Budapest eatery form the backdrop of the narrative. The opening of the play introduces the characters Zágon and Mikhál, who engage in a lighthearted conversation about beautiful women while at a restaurant, as the stage is set for an evening filled with tension and intrigue. The story quickly transitions to Dr. Kelemen and Vilma, showcasing their tumultuous relationship marked by Kelemen's insecurity and jealousy regarding Vilma's interactions with men, particularly military officers. The dialogue reveals their marital strife, with emotions escalating as Kelemen's suspicions lead to a confrontation. The scene sets a vivid atmosphere, establishing the conflict and drawing the audience into the challenges faced by the couple against the societal backdrop of early 20th-century Hungary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Hungarian |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Comedies
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| Subject |
Hungarian drama -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73993 |
| Release Date |
Jul 8, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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