Vaihdokas: Nelinäytöksinen näytelmä by Selma Anttila
"Vaihdokas: Nelinäytöksinen näytelmä" by Selma Anttila is a four-act play written in the early 20th century. The narrative takes place in a contemporary rural town and revolves around a group of characters including August Lumiala, a merchant, and Anna, his wife, alongside their daughter Silja and other supporting figures. The likely theme of the play involves personal relationships, secrets, and the emotional turmoils faced by the characters, particularly Anna, as they navigate
their interconnected lives. At the start of the play, we are introduced to a children's home where Maria, the caretaker, interacts with Orvokki, one of the home's residents. The scenes depict Orvokki's playful and somewhat rebellious nature contrasted with Maria's guidance and care. The introduction establishes the inner conflicts of the characters and hints at deeper issues, including Orvokki's yearning for freedom and Anna's hidden past that is intertwined with her son Oras. The interactions among the characters showcase a mix of youthfulness, desire, and tension, setting the stage for the unfolding drama surrounding family and emotional legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)