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German drama (Comedy) -- Translations into Finnish Books
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Roderich Benedix
Palvelusväkeä : $b Yksinäytöksinen huvinäytelmä
"Palvelusväkeä : Yksinäytöksinen huvinäytelmä by Roderich Benedix" is a one-act comedic play, most akin to a light social farce, likely written in the late 19th century. Set entirely in a manor house kitchen, it explores the lives of servants—flirtations, jealousy, gossip, and superstition—leading to a sudden stroke of luck that reshapes their futures. In the kitchen bustle, maid Hanna and stablehand Pekka are engaged, but the bookkeeper Aukusti flirts with Hanna, provoking the spiteful jealousy of the lady’s maid Anna. Slander travels upstairs: Pekka is summarily dismissed (under the pretext of a lame horse), and Hanna is fired for supposed impropriety. Ristiina the cook, guided by a vivid dream, splits a raffle ticket with Hanna; soon Reetta brings news that their ticket has won a major prize. Fortune reverses the injustice: Pekka and Hanna can now marry and start a life of their own, while the steady coachman Juronen—long prudent and patient—proposes to Ristiina, and they plan to open a well-run eatery. Amid banter and quick turns, camaraderie and chance triumph over malice and class-bound pettiness.
Gustav von Moser
Remusen kotiripitykset : $b Ilveily yhdessä näytöksessä
"Remusen kotiripitykset: Ilveily yhdessä näytöksessä" by Gustav von Moser is a play written in the early 20th century, specifically in 1909. This comedic piece focuses on the dynamics of married life, particularly the humorous conflicts that arise between husbands and wives. The work is likely to appeal to readers interested in the social conventions of the time, marital relationships, and the light-hearted exploration of domestic issues. The play unfolds primarily at a railway station, where various characters, including Evert Kauppi and his wife Amalia, along with Remunen and his wife, Mimmi, engage in witty banter about their marriages and the concept of "kotiripitykset" (or domestic reprimands). Evert and Amalia reminisce about their wedding anniversary, revealing underlying tensions as Amalia feels neglected by her husband’s preoccupation with work. Meanwhile, Remunen demonstrates his own strategies for managing domestic disputes, suggesting that men like him find success through clever manipulation of their wives' emotions. As the play progresses, humor intertwines with insights into the trials of marriage, ultimately highlighting the humorous absurdities encountered in domestic life.
Roderich Benedix
Riita-asia: Ilveilys yhdessä näytöksessä
"Riita-asia: Ilveilys yhdessä näytöksessä" by Roderich Benedix is a play that captures the intricacies of a legal dispute, likely written during the late 19th century. This comedic drama revolves around the tensions and absurdities that arise from a conflict over property rights, specifically a disputed fish pond. The author explores themes of greed, stubbornness, and the often ridiculous nature of legal battles. The storyline centers on two main characters, Ruotsila and Lind, who are embroiled in a lengthy feud over a fish pond that has caused considerable strife in their lives. As the two men navigate the legal system, represented by the bumbling lawyer Vingler and their interactions with a peculiar jail environment, their animosity is palpable. The play unfolds with sarcastic humor, showcasing the frustrations and misunderstandings between the characters. Ultimately, as the tension mounts, a humorous resolution emerges, allowing Ruotsila and Lind to reconcile their differences and agree to collaborate for mutual benefit, highlighting the futility of their prolonged dispute and the absurdity of their previous enmity.
Roderich Benedix
Kyökissä: Huvinäytelmä 1:ssä näytöksessä
"Kyökissä: Huvinäytelmä 1:ssä näytöksessä" by Roderich Benedix is a theatrical play written in the late 19th century, likely during the late 1800s. This comedy revolves around the lives of domestic workers in a wealthy household, exploring themes of love, ambition, and social class through their interactions and conflicts. The narrative captures a slice of life that highlights both the struggles and aspirations of those working below the social elite. The play is set mainly in the kitchen of a grand house where characters like Juho, the stable hand, and Hanna, the kitchen maid, navigate their budding romance amidst the chaos of household duties and the machinations of their co-workers. As tension rises due to jealousy and competition among the servants, this light-hearted narrative unfolds to reveal their dreams and desires for a better life. A turn of fortune, represented by a lottery win, brings hope and a potential change in their fates, underscoring the playful yet poignant examination of class dynamics and personal relationships in a hierarchical society.
Gustav von Moser
"Onhan pappa sen sallinut" : $b Ilveily yhdessä näytöksessä
"Onhan pappa sen sallinut" : Ilveily yhdessä näytöksessä by Moser and L'Arronge is a comedic one-act stage play (a farce) written in the late 19th century. It playfully examines literary vanity, youthful infatuation, and parental permission, as a zeal for poetry and drama sparks a chain of misunderstandings in a respectable household. Set in Dr. Teitti’s home, the farce follows the flustered writer as he’s besieged by a would‑be dramatist (Aurora), a domineering butcher father (Raninen), and Raninen’s dreamy daughter Aina. When Aina arrives to meet the renowned author, she mistakes Teitti’s nephew Kaarlo for him; the pair exchange flirtatious “lessons” in poetry, emboldened by her refrain that “father has allowed it.” Martta, Teitti’s practical wife, adds to the comic friction, while Raninen storms in to accuse the aging author of leading his daughter astray. Names are mixed up, tempers flare, and Teitti tries to shoo away Aurora and her sprawling “family drama.” In the end, the confusions resolve: Raninen blesses Aina’s match with Kaarlo, grievances are buried, and the curtain falls on a cheerful reconciliation grounded—humorously—on what papa has permitted.
Roderich Benedix
Jumalan kiitos, pöytä on katettu: Huvinäytelmä yhdessä näytöksessä
"Jumalan kiitos, pöytä on katettu: Huvinäytelmä yhdessä näytöksessä" by Benedix is a theatrical play written during the late 19th century. This comedic one-act play delves into themes of love and marital dynamics, showcasing relationships in a domestic setting. The events unfold during a breakfast gathering, where the characters engage in charming banter, revealing the nuances of romantic relationships and the playful tensions that arise in daily life. The story revolves around a family led by Alfred and his wife Emma, who are hosting breakfast for Emma's parents, Salokangas and Katri. The play begins with Heikki and Liisa preparing the table, which leads to a humorous conflict over the phrase, "Jumalan kiitos, pöytä on katettu" ("Thank God, the table is set"). Heikki insists that Liisa should say this phrase to celebrate their work, while she stubbornly refuses, leading to amusing disputes. The comedic element intensifies as Alfred, after overhearing the argument, playfully challenges Emma to say the phrase as well, igniting a lively debate about obedience and individuality in marriage. Through witty dialogues, the characters explore themes of stubbornness, gender roles, and the nature of affection, culminating in a lighthearted resolution that emphasizes love and reconciliation.
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