
audiobook
by Teodoro Baró
L'apotecari de Malgrat
In a tiny village shop that doubles as the local apothecary, the everyday bustle turns into a lively comedy of misunderstandings. The proprietor, a quick‑witted but slightly harried man, is constantly juggling requests for strange remedies, home improvements, and the ever‑present pressure of keeping his customers satisfied.
The cast gathers around the counter—Pere, a cautious patron worried about the cost of renovations; Blay, ever‑eager to sell his basil‑infused ointments; Jaume, the nervous youngster clutching a mysterious plaster; and the ever‑talkative Sisa, whose gossip fuels the chatter. Their banter crackles with rapid Catalan wit as they haggle over prices, argue about painted walls, and try to untangle a web of family obligations that threaten to spill over into the shop.
Rendered in a single, brisk act, the play captures the charm of provincial life with sharp dialogue and a playful rhythm. Listeners will be drawn into the colorful exchange of words, the absurd yet relatable dilemmas, and the warm humor that makes even a simple pharmacy feel like a stage for theatrical mischief.
Language
ca
Duration
~27 minutes (26K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
Barcelona: Francisco Badia, impresor, 1900.
Credits
editor digital: Joan Queralt Gil
Release date
2024-04-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1842–1916

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