02211cam a22003013u 4500 50251 UtSlPG 20260610134144.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PH Korhonen, Heikki, 1884-1957 Talonkatsojaiset: Yksinäytöksinen pilansekainen kuvaus kansan elämästä Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-10-19 Produced by Tapio Riikonen "Talonkatsojaiset: Yksinäytöksinen pilansekainen kuvaus kansan elämästä" by Korhonen is a one-act comedic play written in the early 20th century. The work provides a satirical portrayal of rural life in Finland, exploring themes of community dynamics and social interactions in a farming setting. The narrative seems to center around a gathering at a farmhouse, bringing together various characters that embody the everyday lives of the local populace. The play unfolds in the home of Tuomas Ykspuoleinen, where preparations are underway for a gathering, likely tied to an upcoming marriage discussion involving their son, Samuli, and Jenny, the daughter of a neighboring farmer. Interactions amongst characters reveal a tapestry of relationships filled with humor, gossip, and rural customs, as the community engages in discussions about wealth, marriage prospects, and the daily challenges they face in their agricultural lives. As tensions and comedic moments rise, particularly around the unexpected love interests, the play culminates in a humorous twist concerning a visit to the town's "kihlamarkkinoille" (engagement markets), highlighting the comedic misunderstandings and lively interactions characteristic of Korhonen's writing. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Finnish drama -- 20th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50251 91089 91089