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1825-1904
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Mór Jókai
''Az uj földesur (3. kötet)'' by Mór Jókai is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story delves into themes of social conflict, personal relationships, and the challenges of life, encapsulated in the dynamics between various characters like Doctor Grisák and Straff, as well as their dealings with creditors and familial tensions. It appears to explore the consequences of ambition and desire within society. The opening of the novel introduces us to a heated argument between characters Doctor Grisák, Maxenpfutsch, and Straff. They are embroiled in a financial dispute regarding borrowed money and personal belongings, emphasizing themes of greed and desperation. Doctor Grisák attempts to mediate this conflict, but tensions escalate as Straff, who seems to be a cunning figure, raises his demands, insisting on his rights despite the rising stakes. This struggle sets the tone for the interpersonal conflicts that may further unfold in the narrative, indicating a backdrop of legal, moral, and emotional complexities.