Konkurssi: Näytelmä neljässä näytöksessä, viidessä muutoksessa

Name: Konkurssi: Näytelmä neljässä näytöksessä, viidessä muutoksessa
Author: Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson

By Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson

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The play traces the unraveling of a well-to-do household in a coastal town as mounting debts, social pretence, and private tensions expose hidden faults. Interwoven domestic scenes and public confrontations depict romantic entanglements, family disputes, and dealings with creditors, culminating in a collapse that forces characters to face pride, responsibility, and communal judgment. Structured in four acts, the drama alternates intimate home life with civic episodes to examine economic vulnerability and moral consequences within a closely connected community.

About the Author

Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson

Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson was a prominent Norwegian author, poet, and playwright, known for his significant contributions to literature and his role in the development of Norwegian national identity. Born in 1832, he was a leading figure in the Norwegian literary scene and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1903. His works often explore themes of rural life and social issues, as seen in notable titles such as "A Happy Boy" and "Arne: A Sketch of Norwegian Country Life." Bjørnson's writing is characterized by its lyrical quality and deep connection to Norwegian culture, making him a key figure in the country's literary heritage.