Aksel Ja Valpuri: Murhenäytelmä Viidessä Näytöksessä

''Aksel ja Valpuri: Murhenäytelmä viidessä näytöksessä'' by Adam Oehlenschläger is a dramatic play written in the late 19th century. The story is set in the year 1162 and revolves around Aksel Thordinpoika, who returns to his native Norway after years away, only to find that his beloved Valpuri has attracted the attention of the powerful King Hakon. The play explores themes of love, loyalty, and the conflict between personal desires and societal obligations. At the start of the play, Aksel arrives at the grand church of Nidaros, expressing a sense of awe and nostalgia. He meets his friend Wilhelm, and their conversation reveals Aksel’s deep feelings for Valpuri, his promised bride. As Aksel admires the church, he reminisces about a promise made five years ago before leaving for battle. However, the tension escalates when Knuuti, a monk, informs him that Valpuri is now being courted by King Hakon, leading to feelings of jealousy and unease. Aksel is determined to claim Valpuri as his own, setting the stage for a conflict that intertwines love and power in a time of turmoil.