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TOINEN KOHTAUS.
KOLMAS KOHTAUS.
NELJÄS KOHTAUS.
VIIDES KOHTAUS.
KUUDES KOHTAUS.
SEITSEMÄS KOHTAUS.
KAHDEKSAS KOHTAUS.
YHDEKSÄS KOHTAUS.
KYMMENES KOHTAUS.
A lively Enlightenment comedy unfolds in a bustling tavern, where the honour‑bound Major von Tellheim returns from war only to find his fortunes reversed. Still wearing his uniform, he confronts the sting of debt and the puzzling expectations of society, while his clever and devoted partner Minna works behind the scenes to protect his reputation.
The stage buzzes with quick‑witted exchanges between the tavern’s proprietor, the ever‑sarcastic servant Just, and a cast of colourful side characters. Their banter over drinks, promises of “golden water,” and playful accusations of “rascals” reveal the absurdities of pride, duty and courtship in a world still reeling from conflict.
As the evening progresses, misunderstandings about money, loyalty and a pending marriage proposal begin to surface, setting the scene for a gentle battle of words and hearts. Listeners will be drawn into the charming clash of personalities that promises both laughter and a thoughtful look at what true honour really means.
Full title
Minna von Barnhelm Viisinäytöksinen huvinäytelmä Viisinäytöksinen huvinäytelmä
Language
fi
Duration
~2 hours (167K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2007-08-25
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1729–1781
A sharp, restless mind of the German Enlightenment, he helped reshape modern drama with plays that argued for reason, tolerance, and intellectual freedom. His writing still feels lively because it treats big ideas as human problems, not abstract lessons.
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