Strindberg, August 1849-1912 creator Landquist, John 1881-1974 text utu 2015 monographic sv 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Svarta fanor: Sedeskildringar från sekelskiftet" by August Strindberg is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The book seems to revolve around a gathering of intellectuals at a dinner party, showcasing the complexities of human interaction and social dynamics among a diverse cast of characters, revealing their ambitions, rivalries, and secrets. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to a dinner party hosted by Professor Stenkåhl, where various prominent figures in literature and society gather. The atmosphere is full of tension, unspoken resentments, and fierce competition hidden beneath polite conversation. Characters like the author Falkenström and the ambitious Tilda K. navigate through layers of social maneuvering, each with their own motives and agendas. As the dinner progresses, the discussions uncover personal conflicts and the darker sides of their relationships, revealing a savage undercurrent beneath the veneer of civility. This opening sets the tone for a dissection of social interactions that reflects Strindberg's critical view of society and human nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2015-01-25 Produced by Ronnie Sahlberg, Jens Sadowski, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net from images generously made available by Project Runeberg. Original publication data not identified Swedish fiction PT Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48071 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48071 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134114.0 48071