02076cam a22003013u 4500 72491 UtSlPG 20260610134657.0 m cr n 260607r20231926utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PH Virvatuli, Annikki, 1884-1940 Varastettu polkupyörä Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-12-23 Tapio Riikonen "Varastettu polkupyörä: Kolminäytöksinen huvinäytelmä" by Annikki Virvatuli is a three-act comical play written in the early 20th century. The play revolves around the amusing events that unfold after the protagonist Kaarina Koivu, a schoolteacher, discovers that her beloved bicycle has been stolen. The narrative showcases themes of community, aspirations, and the societal expectations faced by unmarried women during this period. The story unfolds in a small village, highlighting the daily life and interactions of its characters, including Kaarina, her sister Terttu, and various townspeople such as the local school administration and aspiring lovers who surround them. The disappearance of Kaarina's bicycle serves as a catalyst for a series of comedic encounters, misunderstandings, and romantic developments, culminating in the involvement of the town's new constable, Kai Ranka. As the characters navigate their frustrations with love and societal roles, the search for the bicycle inadvertently leads to blossoming romances and community bonds, resulting in humorous resolutions and revelations about their personal relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Hämeenlinna: Arvi A. Karisto Oy, 1926 Finnish drama -- 20th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72491 113216 113216