Comedies by Holberg : Jeppe of the Hill, The Political Tinker, Erasmus Montanus

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Author Holberg, Ludvig, 1684-1754
Translator Campbell, Oscar James, 1879-1970
Translator Schenck, Frederic, 1887-1919
Title Comedies by Holberg : Jeppe of the Hill, The Political Tinker, Erasmus Montanus
Note Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Comedies by Holberg: Jeppe of the Hill, The Political Tinker, Erasmus Montanus" by Ludvig Holberg is a collection of comedic plays written in the early 18th century. The works reflect Holberg's keen observations of societal flaws through humor and satire, showcasing the foibles of human nature. The main character in "Jeppe of the Hill" is Jeppe, a drunken peasant whose misadventures and transformation into a "baron" provide a humorous commentary on social class and identity. The opening of "Jeppe of the Hill" introduces the audience to Jeppe's troubled life, characterized by a combative and domineering wife, Nille. As the act unfolds, Jeppe's self-pity and humorous lamentations over his miserable existence are depicted through witty dialogue and monologues. Struggling against his wife's expectations and society's burdens, Jeppe is caught in a cycle of drinking and despair. His interactions with Nille highlight the absurdity of their domestic life, setting the stage for the comedic events that follow as he unwittingly becomes the subject of a farcical prank orchestrated by a baron and his entourage. This portion establishes the play's humorous tone, giving readers a glimpse of the rich character dynamics and societal critiques that will unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Comedies
Subject Danish drama -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 5749
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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