Omituisia sairaita by Mikko Akseli Helander

"Omituisia sairaita" by Mikko Akseli Helander is a comedic play written in the late 19th century. The story takes place in a doctor's reception room, where an array of peculiar patients gather to seek treatment for their exaggerated and often humorous ailments. The ensemble of characters reflects societal archetypes and foibles prevalent during this period, capturing a light-hearted view of human nature and medicine. The play unfolds with the antics of Hoffmann, a doctor who struggles to maintain order as a series of eccentric patients enter, each with their own comedic malady, such as uncontrollable sneezing, incessant laughter, or a constant urge to yawn. Interactions among the patients reveal their absurdities and miscommunications, often leading to chaos in the doctor's office. As Hoffmann attempts to diagnose and treat them, he becomes part of the comedy, inadvertently developing amusing ailments himself. The humor is heightened by the patient's elaborate excuses and misunderstandings, making it a satirical take on the healthcare system and human behavior. Ultimately, "Omituisia sairaita" is a charming exploration of absurdity rooted in the everyday experiences of illness and healing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Helander, Mikko Akseli
Title Omituisia sairaita
Ilveily 1:ssä näytöksessä
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Drama
Category Text
eBook-No. 36125
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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