Ferenc Molnár
Ferenc Molnár was a Hungarian playwright and novelist, best known for his vibrant and engaging works that often explored themes of youth, friendship, and the complexities of human relationships. Born in Budapest, he initially pursued a career in journalism before turning to literature. His most famous play, 'Liliom,' premiered in 1909 and tells the story of a charismatic but troubled carousel barker whose life takes a tragic turn. This work not only gained acclaim in Hungary but also inspired the American musical 'Carousel,' showcasing Molnár's significant influence on theater across cultures. In addition to 'Liliom,' Molnár wrote numerous other plays, novels, and screenplays, including 'The Paul Street Boys,' which remains a beloved classic in Hungarian literature. His ability to capture the essence of youthful idealism and the bittersweet nature of life resonated with audiences, making him a prominent figure in early 20th-century literature. Molnár's legacy endures through his contributions to drama and his exploration of universal themes, which continue to be relevant in contemporary discussions of identity and belonging.
Famous Quotes
View all 14 quotes“Was it good?Nemecsek fixed his blue eyes on Gereb and replied:Yes, and quietly added: Much better than to be standing on the bank, laughing at me. I'd rather stay in the water neck-deep until New Year than be hand-in-hand with my friends' enemies. I don't mind having dipped in the water. The other day I fell in there by myself. I saw you then, too, with these strangers on the island. But you fellows can invite me as long as you like, you can flatter me and shower me with presents - yet I won't have a thing to do with you. And if you give me another ducking, if you throw me in the water a hundred times, or even a thousand times, I'll come here tomorrow and the day after just the same. I'll find a hiding place where you won't get me. I'm not afraid of anyone of you. And if you'll come to Paul Street, to take our ground away, we'll be on the spot! And don't you forget that either! I'll show you that with ten of us against your ten, you'll hear a different sort of talk from what I'm giving you now. It was easy enough to get the better of me! The one that's stronger always wins! The Pasztor boys stole my marbles in the Museum Garden because they were stronger. Now I got a ducking because you are stronger! Easy enough when ten are against one! But I don't care! You can even beat me up, if it'll do you good. I could have saved myself from the ducking, but I wouldn't join you. I'd rather be drowned or have my brains knocked out than be a traitor...like....somebody standing over...there....””
“Aus einem Buch abschreiben - PLAGIAT.Aus zwei Büchern abschreiben - ESSAY.Aus drei Büchern abschreiben - DISSERTATION.Aus vier Büchern abschreiben - EIN FÜNFTES GELEHRTES BUCH.””
“Tears have the value of gold on the scales of the human heart' and the weights do not ask whether it is found or stolen gold, or whether you had to sweat in the digging.””
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