| Author |
Lagervall, Jacob Fredrik, 1787-1865 |
| Title |
Kaini: Murhekuvaus 2:ssa Kohtauksessa
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 31.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jari Koivisto
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| Summary |
"Kaini: Murhekuvaus 2:ssa Kohtauksessa" by Jacob Fredrik Lagervall is a dramatic work written in the mid-19th century. This play explores the biblical story of Cain and Abel, delving into themes of jealousy, family dynamics, and moral conflict. It reflects on human nature and the complexities of familial relationships through an artistic lens. The narrative unfolds through dialogues primarily between the characters Adam, Eve, Cain, and Abel, expressing their varied emotions and conflicts. Eve’s affection for Abel contrasts with Cain’s feelings of neglect and frustration, leading to a deep-seated rivalry. As tensions escalate, Cain grapples with his own identity and the burden of his actions, ultimately culminating in the tragic outcome of Abel's death. The play captures the psychological turmoil of Cain, highlighting his struggle with guilt and the consequences of his actions, while simultaneously questioning the nature of sin and redemption within familial bonds. (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 |
Bible plays
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| Subject |
Cain (Biblical figure) -- Drama
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| Subject |
Finnish drama -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
47594 |
| Release Date |
Dec 8, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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