Orjan oppi by Arvid Järnefelt

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Author Järnefelt, Arvid, 1861-1932
Title Orjan oppi
Note Reading ease score: 47.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Orjan oppi" by Arvid Järnefelt is a historical drama play composed in the early 20th century. The play unfolds during the tumultuous period of the Roman Empire, specifically around the events surrounding the Jewish War and the figure of Titus Flavius, who is portrayed as both a character and the historical destroyer of Jerusalem. The narrative centers around themes of power, ambition, and the turbulence between cultures represented by Roman and Jewish characters, including prominent figures like Berenice, a Jewish princess. The opening of the play establishes a Roman military camp in Judea, where centurions discuss recent news from Rome, including the murky lineage and future of the potential emperor, Titus. As the centurions celebrate, Titus makes a dramatic entrance, buoyed by confidence after a mysterious oracle predicts his rise to power. Tensions arise as Berenice, the Jewish princess, enters the scene. The dialogue reveals the complex interplay between fate, ambition, and the notion of leadership, setting the stage for inevitable conflicts that will emerge as characters vie for power amidst the shifting allegiances in both Rome and Judea. This compelling setup hints at the exploration of grand themes about legacy, identity, and power dynamics, crucial for readers interested in historical narratives steeped in political intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Finnish drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 14208
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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