Bjørnson, Bjørnstjerne 1832-1910 creator Sharp, R. Farquharson (Robert Farquharson) 1864-1945 text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Three Comedies" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a collection of three plays written in the late 19th century. The works in this volume explore themes of love, family dynamics, and social expectations, featuring complex characters navigating their relationships. Notably, the first play, "The Newly-Married Couple," presents a couple grappling with their responsibilities to family while adjusting to married life, reflecting the societal norms of the time. At the start of "The Newly-Married Couple," we are introduced to Laura and her husband Axel, who are preparing for a ball. The atmosphere is filled with domestic warmth and familial concern, as Laura's mother suggests she cannot attend due to feeling unwell, but Axel insists on the importance of their attendance. Initial tensions arise as Axel feels frustrated by what he perceives as Laura's obligations to her parents overshadowing their marital bond. The dialogue sets the stage for exploring themes of loyalty, love, and the struggle for independence as the characters navigate their individual desires against the expectations imposed by their family and society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The newly-married couple -- Leonarda -- A gauntlet. Release date is 2005-01-01 Produced by Nicole Apostola, and David Widger Original publication data not identified Comedy plays Bjørnson, Bjørnstjerne, 1832-1910 -- Translations into English PT Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7366 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7366 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133206.0 7366