Amerikasta palatessa: Pilanäytelmä 1:ssä näytöksessä by Aapo Selja

"Amerikasta palatessa: Pilanäytelmä 1:ssä näytöksessä" by Aapo Selja is a play written in the early 20th century. This work follows the themes of identity, expectation, and community dynamics as characters gather to welcome a man returning from America. The narrative captures the anticipation and gossip in a rural tavern setting as townspeople speculate about the protagonist's wealth and experiences abroad. The play unfolds in a guest room of a tavern where villagers await the return of Arvid, who is believed to have prospered in America. As the characters engage in lively conversation, they reveal their hopes and prejudices regarding Arvid's journey and its implications for their community. When Arvid finally arrives, he is unexpectedly mistaken for another man named Joni, who seizes the opportunity to impersonate him. This leads to humorous misunderstandings and a series of comic situations, ultimately culminating in the dramatic revelation of Arvid's true identity. The play explores themes of social status, the allure of wealth, and the intricate narratives that communities create around individuals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Selja, Aapo
Title Amerikasta palatessa: Pilanäytelmä 1:ssä näytöksessä
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Finnish drama -- 20th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 52224
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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