De verliefde ezel

A charismatic young merchant’s son named Charmides drifts through the glittering markets and marble courtyards of the Roman world, more enchanted by the flutter of a maiden’s smile than the weight of his family’s trade. His restless heart flits from the daughters of neighbors to the quiet charms of household slaves, sketching a portrait of a boy whose only true ambition is love in all its impossible forms. When a stubborn donkey—gifted, cursed, or perhaps both—waltzes into his life, the line between romance and farce blurs, and the animal becomes an unlikely companion in his quest for affection.

The narrative unfolds in a deliberately archaic voice, echoing the playful absurdity of ancient fabliaux while sidestepping modern psychological analysis. Its humor hinges on exaggerated encounters, surprising misunderstandings, and a cascade of improbable situations that feel as timeless as the myths they echo. Listeners can expect a breezy, tongue‑in‑cheek adventure that celebrates youthful longing without ever losing its irreverent sparkle.