02247cam a22003253u 4500 14306 UtSlPG 20260610133333.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PQ Molière, 1622-1673 Le Mariage Forcé. Finnish Väkinäinen naiminen Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-12-09 Produced by Matti Järvinen "Väkinäinen naiminen" by Molière is a comedic play written in the early 17th century, during the period often referred to as the Baroque era. This work is a one-act farce that humorously explores the themes of love, marriage, and social expectations. The play follows the misadventures of Sganarelle, a middle-aged man pursuing marriage with the young and beautiful Dorimena, a setup that leads to a series of misunderstandings and comedic situations. The storyline centers on Sganarelle's enthusiastic decision to marry Dorimena, driven by his desire for companionship and the prospect of having children to continue his lineage. However, his confidence is soon shaken by the doubts and opinions of his friend Jeronymus and his encounters with various characters, including philosophers and gypsies, who each provide their own humorous and contradictory advice regarding marriage. As Sganarelle navigates this comedic chaos, he inadvertently learns more about himself and the institution of marriage, culminating in a twist where circumstances compel him to accept his situation. Ultimately, the play offers a light-hearted critique of societal norms regarding love and marriage, showcasing Molière's wit and keen observation of human follies. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Comedy plays French drama (Comedy) -- Translations into Finnish https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14306 55694 55694