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In an autumn‑drenched garden on the outskirts of Budapest the convent awakens to the scent of ripening lemons, round oranges and blushing apples. The air is heavy with incense, simmering broth and the faint rustle of habits, while the old stone corridors echo the steady cadence of prayers and meals. Through lush foliage and narrow passages the narrative draws listeners into a world where sacred routine meets the fleeting perfume of the outside city.
Inside, a band of novices—wide‑eyed, restless, and keenly aware of the freedoms beyond the cloister walls—navigate the strict schedule imposed by their stern prior, a hulking figure whose presence looms over every doorway. Their whispered jokes, furtive glances at the bustling streets, and occasional missteps create a subtle tension between obedience and curiosity. The opening promises a vivid portrait of convent life, laced with humor and a quiet yearning for the world that lies just beyond the great gate.
Language
hu
Duration
~4 hours (258K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2020-10-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1880–1918
A leading voice in modern Hungarian literature, she wrote sharp, intimate fiction and poetry about women’s lives, social change, and the fading world of the gentry. Her work helped make her one of Hungary’s first truly major women writers.
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