Friaren från landet: Lustspel

Name: Friaren från landet: Lustspel
Author: Johan Ludvig Runeberg

By Johan Ludvig Runeberg

Open in WeRead

Explore more books like this:

Humour Plays/Films/Dramas

About This Book

A comic play follows a young woman confronted with her uncle's plan to leave the city for his country estate and to arrange a practical match with the elderly tenant. She favors a younger suitor and resists abandoning urban pleasures; servants and confidantes intercept a letter, triggering misunderstandings, secret readings, and comic plotting. The piece contrasts fashionable city noise with rural calm, and explores social ambition, romantic reluctance, and the absurdities of manners through scene-driven exchanges, mistaken communications, and satirical character interactions.

About the Author

Johan Ludvig Runeberg

Johan Ludvig Runeberg (1804-1877) was a Finnish poet and playwright, widely regarded as the national poet of Finland. His works often reflect themes of Finnish identity and nature, contributing significantly to the country's literary heritage. Runeberg is best known for his poem "Maamme" (Our Land), which later became the national anthem of Finland. His literary output includes a variety of genres, from lyrical poetry to dramatic works, with notable titles such as "Hanna" and "Fjalar Kuningas." Runeberg's ability to capture the spirit of his time and place has left a lasting impact on Finnish literature.