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Imre Madách (1823–1864) hailed from a distinguished Hungarian lineage, renowned as a nobleman, author, and poet, most notably celebrated for his profound poetic work, "Az ember tragédiája" (The Tragedy of Man). Alongside his literary pursuits, Madách actively participated in public affairs, briefly serving as a member of the Hungarian Parliament.
Despite his brief lifespan, Madách's indelible mark on Hungarian literature is unmistakable, primarily through his magnum opus, "The Tragedy of Man." Penned in 1861, this opus delves into profound philosophical and existential inquiries, employing dialogues among historical and mythical figures. It presents a sweeping narrative of humanity's journey, from biblical origins to a distant, dystopian future, contemplating themes such as the human condition, quest for meaning, and pursuit of freedom.
Beyond "The Tragedy of Man," Imre Madách's literary repertoire encompasses poetry and plays, albeit without achieving the same pinnacle of acclaim. Nevertheless, his contributions endure, securing him a revered status as one of Hungary's foremost literary luminaries.
Engraver: Enikő Szöllőssy
Obverse
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Depicts a scene related to the play "The Tragedy of Man". Adam and Eve standing on the globe, with the shadowy figure of Lucifer towering behind them, with outstretched wings. In the depiction of the globe, in curved lines below each other, the inscriptions "THE MAN'S" and "TRAGEDY" are readable. On the left side, the inscription "MADÁCH IMRE" is visible, while on the right side, the engraver's privy mark is placed. MADÁCH IMRE |
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Reverse
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Depicts the portrait of Imre Madách. To the right, the year of issue "2012", to the left, the mintmark "BP." is readable. In horizontal lines below the portrait, the denomination and the inscription "FORINT" are placed. In the upper right corner, the text "HUNGARY" is readable. MAGYARORSZÁG |
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3000 Forint
150th Anniversary of the Publication of Imre Madách's "The Tragedy of Man"
KM# 837 Adamo# EM245
150th Anniversary of the Publication of Imre Madách's "The Tragedy of Man"
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