| Author |
Lassila, Maiju, 1868-1918 |
| Title |
Mimmi Paavaliina: 4-näytöksinen huvinäytelmä
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Matti Järvinen and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"Mimmi Paavaliina: 4-näytöksinen huvinäytelmä" by Maiju Lassila is a comedic play written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the central character Mimmi Paavaliina, a single mother with multiple children, who is navigating the complexities of life while also being pursued by potential suitors amidst societal expectations and familial duties. The opening of the play introduces us to the everyday life of Mimmi Paavaliina, her children, and the community around them. It begins in the dwelling of Juho Kapine, where conversations about inheritance and marriage prospects unfold among the women characters, Katriina and Lomstiina. There is a humorous tone as they discuss the implications of a will that affects Mimmi’s son, Nysse, who is portrayed as simple-minded yet earnest. Mimmi enters with her vibrant personality, blending moments of reflection on her life’s struggles with witty banter. As Mimmi juggles her responsibilities while considering the advances from men in her life, the scene sets the tone for the thematic exploration involving love, motherhood, and societal roles. (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. |
14035 |
| Release Date |
Nov 13, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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