02377cam a22003253u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000035001122450064001472640051002113000047002623360026003093370026003353380036003615000031003975080049004285201355004775340045018326530010018776530063018877000029019507000030019798560042020098499UtSlPG20260610133222.0mcr n260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPT1 aStrindberg, August,d1849-191210aPlays: the Father; Countess Julie; the Outlaw; the Stronger 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2005  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2005-07-01  aProduced by Nicole Apostola and David Widger  a"Plays: The Father; Countess Julie; The Outlaw; The Stronger" by August Strindberg is a collection of influential plays written during the late 19th century. The anthology highlights Strindberg's prowess in dramatic techniques, particularly showcasing the tumultuous dynamics of gender and power through complex relationships and moral conflicts. Each play delves into themes of identity, family ties, and societal expectations, with notable characters such as the Captain in "The Father," who grapples with fears regarding paternity and sanity.  The beginning of "The Father" introduces us to the Captain, a troubled military figure engaged in conversations with his wife, Laura, and others about the welfare of their daughter, Bertha. The scene is marked by tensions stemming from Laura’s influence in their family dynamics and the Captain's struggles with doubt about his authority and familial role. As the Captain reveals his disdain for the overwhelming female presence in his home, the dialogue evolves into a deeper exploration of loyalty, truth, and the psychological pressures faced by both parents. The play sets a compelling stage for conflict and intrigue, suggesting a passionate examination of existential themes as the characters confront their personal demons and societal constraints. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aDrama  aStrindberg, August, 1849-1912 -- Translations into English1 aOland, Edith,d1878-19681 aOland, Warner,d1880-193840uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8499