Juhannustulilla: Laulunsekainen kansanpila

Name: Juhannustulilla: Laulunsekainen kansanpila
Author: Larin-Kyösti

By Larin-Kyösti

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About This Book

A lively, song-filled rural play follows a village midsummer celebration where young people and families sing, dance, swing and light bonfires while matchmaking rituals and teasing games govern courtship. Scenes alternate between communal songs and comic exchanges as neighbors gossip, boast and bicker, a fiddler supplies music, and a shy suitor and a playful young woman enact flirtation amid onlookers. Folk customs such as binding colored ribbons, circling the well, and sleeping on herbs to dream of a future partner are presented with humor, and rustic personalities enliven the episodic festivities and small-town intrigues.

About the Author

Larin-Kyösti

Larin-Kyösti was a Finnish author known for his diverse contributions to literature, including poetry, plays, and narratives that reflect the cultural and social landscape of Finland. His notable works include "Aarteenkaivajat," a tale that captures the spirit of adventure, and "Aslak Hetta: Kertova lappalaisrunoelma," which showcases his ability to weave folklore into poetic form. Larin-Kyösti's writing often explores themes of identity and national pride, making him a significant figure in Finnish literary heritage. His works continue to resonate with readers interested in the intersection of tradition and modernity in Finnish culture.