Szerelem (1. kötet)

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Móricz, Zsigmond, 1879-1942

Language:

Hungarian

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Szerelem (1. kötet): Móricz Zsigmond egyfelvonásosai" by Zsigmond Móricz is a collection of one-act plays written in the early 20th century. This book presents a vivid portrayal of rural Hungarian life and relationships, focusing on themes of love, societal expectations, and the dynamics of domestic life. Through humor and drama, Móricz explores the emotional complexities within personal interactions against a backdrop of traditional village culture. The collection includes three one-act plays: "Dufla Pofon," "Kvitt," and "A Zördög," each showcasing different facets of love and relationships. In "Dufla Pofon," a newlywed couple navigates the chaos of their wedding night, highlighting misunderstandings and the comedic aspects of marital expectations. "Kvitt" delves into the interactions between a couple as they discuss practicalities related to a cow, revealing underlying tensions and desires. Finally, "A Zördög" brings the myths and humor of rural life together, where themes of fidelity and deception are explored through conversations between characters. Overall, Móricz's work combines wit and poignancy, offering readers an entertaining yet insightful glimpse into the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Dufla pofon

Kvitt

A zördög.

Credits:

Albert László from page images generously made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library

Notes:

Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2021-11-29