| Author |
Sukhovo-Kobylin, A. (Aleksandr), 1817-1903 |
| Author |
Gogol, Nikolai Vasilevich, 1809-1852 |
| Translator |
Konstantinidis, Agathoklis, 1854-1920 |
| Title |
Ο Γάμος του Κρεντσίνσκη, Κωμωδία εις τρεις πράξεις - Πανδρολογήματα, Κωμωδία εις δύο πράξεις
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| Note |
Translations of Свадьба Кречинского (Krechinsky's Wedding) by Sukhovo-KobylinSukhovo-Kobylin, and Женитьба (Marriage) by Gogol.
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| Credits |
Produced by Sophia Canoni
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| Summary |
"Ο Γάμος του Κρεντσίνσκη" by Ν. Γκόγολ is a comedy written in the late 19th century. This playful narrative revolves around themes of social interaction, family dynamics, and the chaos surrounding marriage preparations. The main characters include the affluent landowner Πιοτρ Κωνσταντίνιτς Μούρομσκης and his daughter Λύδοτσκα, along with various friends and acquaintances involved in the humorous intricacies of their lives. At the start of the play, we are introduced to the household of Μούρομσκης in Moscow, where the comedic tension unfolds through a series of misunderstandings. The character Ατούγεφ, a well-meaning but frustrated figure, struggles with her servant Τίσσκας, who is notoriously clumsy and slightly intoxicated. This chaotic scene sets the tone for the play, as discussions shift to the need for social gatherings, specifically a ball that Μούρομσκης is resistant to organize. The interactions highlight the societal pressures and familial expectations surrounding marriage as Μούρομσκης grapples with his daughter's romantic interests, particularly her affection for the charming Κρετσίνσκης, against his initial preference for another suitor, Νέλκην. This opening portion effectively captures the comedic essence and social critique characteristic of Гόголь's work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Greek |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Russian drama -- Translations into Greek
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
37721 |
| Release Date |
Oct 11, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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