Author |
Molnár, Ferenc, 1878-1952 |
Title |
Rabok
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Original Publication |
Hungary: Franklin-Társulat,1907.
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Credits |
Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project
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Summary |
"Rabok" by Ferenc Molnár is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around the complex lives of individuals in a setting that hints at themes of confinement and relationships, primarily focusing on a young girl named Lenke as she navigates her connection to a prison through her father’s position and her interactions with various characters, including the mysterious Riza. The opening of "Rabok" introduces us to a snowy scene at a train station where a carriage awaits, carrying a group of characters that includes the young Lenke and an elderly woman. As they travel towards an ambiguous destination, their discussion reveals a mix of excitement and melancholy regarding the winter landscape and the impending reunion with Lenke's father, who is a prison warden. Initial impressions of the setting, particularly the somber atmosphere surrounding the prison, are contrasted with the innocence and curiosity of Lenke, who seems to crave the beauty of nature rather than the confinement associated with the prison. The narrative establishes a poignant contrast between hope and despair, setting the stage for Lenke's journey in this emotionally charged environment. (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 |
Detective and mystery stories
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Subject |
City and town life -- Fiction
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Subject |
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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Subject |
Budapest (Hungary) -- Fiction
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Subject |
Hungary -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
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Subject |
Trials (Robbery) -- Fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
69771 |
Release Date |
Jan 11, 2023 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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