"Egy magyar nábob (2. rész)" by Mór Jókai is a novel set during Hungary's reform era of the 1820s. When a spendthrift young nobleman arrives to claim his inheritance from an eccentric wealthy relative, their bitter clash sets off a vengeful battle. Meanwhile, parallel stories unfold in Paris and across Hungarian estates—a reckless wager involving an exotic beauty, theatrical rivalries, a clever stable hand's rise, and a virtuous young woman pursued by an unscrupulous suitor. These interconnected tales build toward a legendary nameday celebration where enemies and friends alike gather. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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