Larin-Kyösti 1873-1948 creator text utu 2020 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Juhannustulilla: Laulunsekainen kansanpila" by Larin-Kyösti is a theatrical play written in the early 20th century. This book represents a piece of Finnish folk theater, reflecting the customs and social life of rural communities through festive celebrations, specifically the celebration of Midsummer (Juhannus). The text weaves together both dialogue and song, presenting a lighthearted exploration of romance, community dynamics, and the traditions associated with summer festivities. The play centers around the preparations and activities of a village during the Midsummer celebration, highlighting the interactions between various characters, including Henna, Manu, and Lassi, as they navigate the playful complexities of courtship and local gossip. Through conversations and humorous exchanges, the characters express their desires and fears regarding love, social status, and communal expectations. The vibrant dialogues, which include both jest and earnestness, ultimately lead to declarations of affection and the establishment of relationships, embodying the joyous spirit of the season, amidst the backdrop of traditional celebrations like bonfires and folk music. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2020-02-09 Tapio Riikonen Original publication data not identified Finnish drama PH Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61356 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61356 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134420.0 61356