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Rahanhimo

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A three-act domestic drama examines how poverty, pride, and the pursuit of money fracture family and community ties. It follows an embittered household head whose drinking and resentment collide with his industrious daughter's efforts, while neighbors, laborers, and local figures bring gossip, temptation, and competing attitudes toward wealth. The action alternates between comic exchanges and harsher scenes of loss and humiliation, exposing hypocrisy among the better-off and tensions between work, charity, and honor. The play closes by confronting moral choices and the social consequences of avarice, privileging ethical reflection over tidy reconciliation.

About the Author

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Jeanette Stjernström

Jeanette Stjernström was a Finnish author known for her novel "Rahanhimo," which explores themes of greed and desire. Her work reflects the complexities of human motivations and societal influences, contributing to the literary landscape of her time. While not widely recognized today, Stjernström's writing offers insights into the cultural and social dynamics of her era, making her a noteworthy figure in Finnish literature.

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