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Title: Mikkelin kekkerit: Yksinäytöksinen ilveily

Note: Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen

Summary: "Mikkelin kekkerit: Yksinäytöksinen ilveily" by Vihtori Niemi is a one-act comedic play written during the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in a Finnish village, highlighting the chaotic interactions and conflicts among its characters. This book combines humor and criticism of local social dynamics, particularly focusing on alcoholism and its societal impact. The play revolves around a group of characters including Purtonen, a magistrate, his son Mikko, and various villagers who frequent Purtonen’s estate. As they engage in humorous banter and ridiculous antics regarding alcohol, the story reveals their troubles with drinking and petty squabbles. The plot thickens when Mikko, who has been involved in the mischief of sneaking drinks, faces the consequences of his actions. Tensions rise as characters like Jonni and Krookman add to the revelry, ultimately illustrating a raucous snapshot of village life where farcical elements intertwine with social commentary. As the "Mikkelin kekkerit" concludes, it encapsulates the vibrant, albeit chaotic essence of local gatherings marked by drinking, fighting, and humorous exchanges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Niemi, Vihtori, 1870-1910

EBook No.: 52048

Published: May 11, 2016

Downloads: 41

Language: Finnish

Subject: Finnish drama -- 19th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Mikkelin kekkerit: Yksinäytöksinen ilveily

Note: Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen

Summary: "Mikkelin kekkerit: Yksinäytöksinen ilveily" by Vihtori Niemi is a one-act comedic play written during the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in a Finnish village, highlighting the chaotic interactions and conflicts among its characters. This book combines humor and criticism of local social dynamics, particularly focusing on alcoholism and its societal impact. The play revolves around a group of characters including Purtonen, a magistrate, his son Mikko, and various villagers who frequent Purtonen’s estate. As they engage in humorous banter and ridiculous antics regarding alcohol, the story reveals their troubles with drinking and petty squabbles. The plot thickens when Mikko, who has been involved in the mischief of sneaking drinks, faces the consequences of his actions. Tensions rise as characters like Jonni and Krookman add to the revelry, ultimately illustrating a raucous snapshot of village life where farcical elements intertwine with social commentary. As the "Mikkelin kekkerit" concludes, it encapsulates the vibrant, albeit chaotic essence of local gatherings marked by drinking, fighting, and humorous exchanges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Niemi, Vihtori, 1870-1910

EBook No.: 52048

Published: May 11, 2016

Downloads: 41

Language: Finnish

Subject: Finnish drama -- 19th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.