Kuningasverta by Helvi Herlevi

Description

Kuningasverta by Helvi Herlevi is a historical play written in the early 20th century, specifically published in 1920. The narrative unfolds during the tumultuous times of the early 1700s in Finland, amidst the Great Northern War. The primary themes revolve around loyalty, love, and the struggles of the Finnish people as they face both external threats from invaders and internal conflicts within families. The storyline centers around the Peltola family and the impending danger from invading forces. The characters include Peltola, the father; his children, Anna, Kalle, and Paavo; and Tapani, a servant who embodies the conflict between personal desire and national duty. As the threat of war looms, Anna is torn between her love for Tapani, who has fled under suspicion of cowardice, and her loyalty to her family. The drama escalates as the family faces the harsh realities of impending violence, leading to Anna’s courageous decision to recover vital information that could save her homeland. Amidst the turmoil, the play culminates in a struggle not only for physical survival but also for personal redemption and familial bonds, encapsulating the essence of sacrifice and love in dire times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)