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A personal memoir offers vivid recollections of nineteenth-century cultural life, with particular attention to the national theatre's architecture, backstage routines, and personnel. The narrator describes practical details of productions, technical innovations such as gas lighting, memorable mishaps and weather-driven calamities, and the effects of wartime bombardment and occupation. Short anecdotes illuminate managerial disputes, social customs around ticketing and performers, and the work of contemporaneous artists and sculptors. The book moves between concrete, scene-based episodes and reflective observations about changing theatrical practices and urban cultural life.

About the Author

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Mór Jókai

Mór Jókai was a prominent Hungarian novelist and playwright, known for his vivid storytelling and rich characterizations. Born in 1825, he became one of the most celebrated figures in Hungarian literature, contributing significantly to the national literary heritage. His works often explore themes of love, adventure, and the complexities of Hungarian society. Among his notable novels is 'Midst the Wild Carpathians,' which showcases his ability to weave historical context with engaging narratives. Jókai's prolific output includes over 140 works, reflecting his deep engagement with the cultural and political issues of his time.

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