Halme, Kaarle 1864-1946 creator text utu 2024 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Murtuneita: Nelinäytöksinen näytelmä" by Kaarle Halme is a four-act play written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the life of a rural family, focusing on the interactions and conflicts between characters such as Erkki Koljas, his children Pentti and Eevi, and Aina, who is engaged with Pentti. The play explores themes of familial duty, love, societal expectations, and personal ambition, offering a glimpse into the emotional landscapes of its characters. The opening of the play sets a domestic scene in a richly decorated rural living room during a winter afternoon. It introduces the characters Eevi and Pentti, who engage in a light-hearted yet revealing conversation about their expectations and opinions on Aina, who is a schoolteacher in their village. Tensions emerge concerning family obligations and romantic interests, particularly around Pentti's affection for Aina and the pressure from their father, Erkki Koljas, regarding societal and financial ambitions. The characters depict different perspectives on love and duty, hinting at deeper issues to unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2024-11-13 Tapio Riikonen Originally published: Helsinki: Otava, 1910 Finnish drama -- 20th century PH Helsinki: Otava, 1910 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74735 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74735 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134729.0 74735