Talonkatsojaiset: Yksinäytöksinen pilansekainen kuvaus kansan elämästä by Korhonen

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Author Korhonen, Heikki, 1884-1957
Title Talonkatsojaiset: Yksinäytöksinen pilansekainen kuvaus kansan elämästä
Note Reading ease score: 55.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Talonkatsojaiset: Yksinäytöksinen pilansekainen kuvaus kansan elämästä" by Korhonen is a one-act comedic play written in the early 20th century. The work provides a satirical portrayal of rural life in Finland, exploring themes of community dynamics and social interactions in a farming setting. The narrative seems to center around a gathering at a farmhouse, bringing together various characters that embody the everyday lives of the local populace. The play unfolds in the home of Tuomas Ykspuoleinen, where preparations are underway for a gathering, likely tied to an upcoming marriage discussion involving their son, Samuli, and Jenny, the daughter of a neighboring farmer. Interactions amongst characters reveal a tapestry of relationships filled with humor, gossip, and rural customs, as the community engages in discussions about wealth, marriage prospects, and the daily challenges they face in their agricultural lives. As tensions and comedic moments rise, particularly around the unexpected love interests, the play culminates in a humorous twist concerning a visit to the town's "kihlamarkkinoille" (engagement markets), highlighting the comedic misunderstandings and lively interactions characteristic of Korhonen's writing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Finnish drama -- 20th century
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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