Release date is 2021-03-07

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"Fráter György: Történelmi regény (1. rész)" by Mór Jókai is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. It captures the pageantry and intrigue of a bygone era by following the journey of the young and courageous protagonist, György Martinuzzi, who is a soldier for Prince Corvin János. The narrative explores not only the valiant actions of its characters but also dives into the complexities of court politics, war spoils, and societal norms of the time. The opening of the novel introduces us to the bustling atmosphere of Buda Castle, where a contingent of soldiers arrives with a convoy filled with spoils from a victorious war against the Turks. György, a young officer serving under Prince Corvin, is anxious to present their captured treasures to the king and queen. The chapter unfolds with detailed descriptions of the soldiers and their equipment as they navigate the castle’s gates and encounter a series of humorous and significant moments that reflect their camaraderie. However, György's triumph quickly turns sour when his display of captured Turk heads incites the anger of the queen, leading to his abrupt dismissal from the royal presence. The narrative sets forth on an exciting historical journey, blending humor, drama, and rich descriptions of its setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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