Pohjalla: Kuvaelmia, neljä näytöstä

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gorky, Maksim, 1868-1936

Contributor:

Lattu, Iisakki, 1857-1932

Standardized Title:

Na dne. Finnish

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Pohjalla: Kuvaelmia, neljä näytöstä" by Maksim Gorky is a play written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of a dilapidated lodging house, the script introduces a cast of characters who navigate their harsh lives, filled with struggle, longing, and bitter humor. The central figure, Michàil Ivànov Kostiljév, along with other tenants, provides a glimpse into the gritty realities of the working class. The opening of the play presents an evocative scene within the dimly-lit lodging house, where various characters engage in a mix of tumultuous interactions and mundane activities. Dialogue flows between characters like Vasilisa and Bubnov as they grapple with personal struggles and societal issues, revealing their complex relationships and the overarching themes of poverty and despair. Conversations oscillate between bickering and camaraderie, painting a vivid portrayal of life at the bottom rung of society, with characters often resorting to humor as a coping mechanism for their dire circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Tapio Riikonen

Notes:

Reading ease score: 64.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2016-12-09