| Author |
Strindberg, August, 1849-1912 |
| Translator |
Björkman, Edwin, 1866-1951 |
| Title |
Plays by August Strindberg, First Series
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
|
| Contents |
The dream play -- The link -- The dance of death part I and II.
|
| Credits |
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
|
| Summary |
"Plays by August Strindberg, First Series" by August Strindberg is a collection of theatrical works written in the late 19th century. This volume features three significant plays: "The Dream Play," "The Link," and "The Dance of Death," demonstrating Strindberg's exploration of themes such as love, existential despair, and the complexities of human relationships. The characters often reflect Strindberg’s own struggles with identity and societal norms, making for a deeply introspective and dramatic experience. The opening portion introduces "The Dream Play," establishing a surreal and dreamy atmosphere as it portrays the celestial daughter of the god Indra on her descent to Earth to understand human experiences. The prologue hints at the disjointed yet seemingly logical nature of dreams, creating a narrative where time and space are fluid. As the daughter encounters characters below who are marked by both the beauty and anguish of existence, the dialogue suggests a deep inquiry into human suffering and joy. Thus, this initial segment sets the stage for a rich tapestry of human emotions explored throughout the play, highlighting Strindberg's distinct blend of realism and symbolism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
|
| Subject |
Strindberg, August, 1849-1912 -- Translations into English
|
| Subject |
Swedish drama -- Translations into English
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45375 |
| Release Date |
Apr 14, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
575 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
