| Author |
Korhonen, Veikko, 1888-1942 |
| Title |
Naimakuumetta : 2-näytöksinen ilveily
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| Original Publication |
Helsinki: Kust.Oy Kansa, 1926.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Naimakuumetta: 2-näytöksinen ilveily" by Veikko Korhonen is a comedic play written in the early 20th century, specifically during the 1920s. This work is set in a traditional rural Finnish environment, featuring humorous antics centered around themes of courtship and relationships. The narrative examines the social customs and youthful exuberance surrounding marriage proposals through a lighthearted and entertaining lens. The play unfolds in two acts, primarily following the characters Tedor, a postmaster, and Malakias, a baker. Both men find themselves entangled in the trials of love, particularly as their children, Kalle and Katri, express their intentions to marry. Misunderstandings and humorous situations arise when the two fathers, under the influence of spirits, mistakenly believe themselves to be courting. The comedic elements are amplified when the characters, in their drunken state, attempt to win the affections of the young women while grappling with their own romantic insecurities. Ultimately, the play explores themes of love and humor interwoven through mischief and mistaken identities, providing a charming portrayal of small-town life and the universal experiences of love and longing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Comedies
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| Subject |
Finnish drama -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74259 |
| Release Date |
Aug 15, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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