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Jókai, Mór
1825
1904
Jokai, Maurus
Jokai, Mor
Bain, R. Nisbet (Robert Nisbet)
1854
1909
Bain, Robert Nisbet
The Slaves of the Padishah
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"The Slaves of the Padishah" by Mór Jókai is a historical romance written in the mid-19th century. The novel intricately explores the lives and dynamics of various characters in a tumultuous historical context in Transylvania, particularly focusing on the interactions between Hungarian nobility and Ottoman Turks. Through the narrative, readers meet characters like Michael Apafi, the last independent Prince of Transylvania, and experience the cultural and political tensions of the era. The opening of the book introduces the wealthy S---- family in Wallachia and centers on Michael, the second son who is initially destined for a humble life as a priest. His fortunes change dramatically when he unexpectedly inherits wealth after a family tragedy. He becomes a reluctant millionaire, struggling to adjust to his newfound status and the complexities that come with it. The narrative portrays not only the splendor and absurdities of his wealth, such as his extravagant new palace and the lavish gift—a golden caftan—sent by the Sultan but also hints at deeper explorations of desire, ambition, and the social changes sweeping through the region. The exciting premise invites readers into a world ripe with adventure, romance, and historical intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Transylvania (Romania) -- Fiction
Hungarian fiction -- Translations into English
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Category: Romance
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