A peleskei notárius: Bohózat három szakaszban négy felvonással

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A peleskei notárius: Bohózat három szakaszban négy felvonással

by József Gaal

HU·~1 hours·7 chapters

Chapters

7 total

A PELESKEI NOTÁRIUS.

0:13

GAAL JÓZSEF EMLÉKEZETE.

31:15

PELESKEI NOTÁRIUS.

0:01

ELSŐ SZAKASZ. NAGY-PELESKE.

12:40

MÁSODIK SZAKASZ. HORTOBÁGY.

21:31

HARMADIK SZAKASZ. BUDAPEST.

49:22

NAGY IGNÁCZ JEGYZETEI

2:20

Description

Set in the bustling town of Peleske, this lively farce follows the antics of a local notary whose meticulous record‑keeping becomes the catalyst for a cascade of misunderstandings. Structured in three distinct sections and four brisk acts, the play balances witty dialogue with rapid‑fire entrances, giving listeners a taste of 19th‑century Hungarian humor without demanding any prior knowledge of the era.

The notary’s well‑meaning attempts to settle disputes—ranging from marriage contracts to property claims—entangle a colorful cast of townsfolk, each eager to protect their own interests. As egos clash and secrets surface, the audience is treated to a parade of clever wordplay, slapstick mishaps, and satirical commentary on social pretensions. The first act sets the stage for these entangled schemes, promising a spirited exploration of human folly that unfolds with charm and brisk pacing.

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Language

hu

Duration

~1 hours (112K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2013-04-06

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

József Gaal

József Gaal

1811–1866

A key figure in early Hungarian popular fiction and theater, this 19th-century writer moved easily between poetry, novels, and the stage. He is especially remembered for helping bring everyday speech and lively social scenes into Hungarian literature.

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