Arab regék (2. kötet)

Set against the bustling backdrop of 19th‑century Baghdad, the tale follows Abu Hassán, the sole heir of a prosperous merchant family. Raised under the watchful eye of his widowed mother, he inherits a fortune that promises a life of comfort and responsibility. Yet, yearning for the glitter of high society, he divides his wealth between cautious investments and extravagant entertainments, surrounding himself with lavish feasts, music, and the city’s finest dancers.

As the seasons turn, Abu Hassán’s indulgent lifestyle spirals out of control, draining his coffers faster than he can replenish them. The sudden emptiness of his once‑opulent halls brings a stark confrontation with his mother, whose gentle reproach forces him to face the hollow core of his excess. The story explores the tension between tradition and desire, the seductive lure of wealth, and the painful awakening that follows when pride meets ruin.