Release date is 2023-06-21

Tapio Riikonen

"Metsien mies : Kolminäytöksinen näytelmä" by Veikko Korhonen is a three-act play written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in a rural setting where the main character, Nevalainen, struggles with the harsh realities of life in the forest and the impact it has on his relationships with his family and neighbors. The play poignantly explores themes of love, loss, and the connection to nature, reflecting the complexities of rural existence during this era. The story revolves around Nevalainen, a woodsman who grapples with melancholy and solitude, feeling increasingly disconnected from both his family and the community. His wife, Elina, and daughter, Marjatta, epitomize the struggles of living in isolation, while also reflecting on their own pasts and identities. Various characters, including a laborer named Tuura and a farmer named Antero, bring additional dynamics to the plot, revealing societal pressures and the need for acceptance. As the narrative progresses, secrets from the past threaten to unravel the fragile existence they have built, culminating in tragic consequences and deep emotions that resonate throughout the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: Finland: Tampereen Työväen Kirjapaino, 1914