
In a bright March classroom, a chemistry lesson takes an unexpected turn when a Bunsen lamp flares a vivid emerald streak, catching the eyes of a curious group of boys. As the green flame dances, a lively piano tune drifts in through the open windows, mixing with the chatter of street vendors and the distant chime of a church clock. The students—each with their own quirks, from secret ink pens to pocket‑sized paper bundles—begin to stir, preparing to slip out of the room while their teacher watches, puzzled by the sudden silence.
Amid the bustle, a whispered exchange of folded notes sets a secret plan in motion. One boy receives a tiny parchment that promises something to be delivered later, hinting at a meeting that will decide who leads the group. The atmosphere crackles with anticipation, as the youngsters balance school duties with the thrill of a hidden adventure that’s just beginning.
Language
hu
Duration
~4 hours (271K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
Hungary: Franklin-Társulat, 1916.
Credits
Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project
Release date
2023-01-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1878–1952
Known for quick wit, sharp dialogue, and a gift for mixing comedy with melancholy, this Hungarian writer became one of the most widely staged dramatists of the early 20th century. He is also remembered by generations of readers for the classic novel The Paul Street Boys.
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