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100 1 _aStrindberg, August,
_d1849-1912
245 1 0 _aPlays: the Father; Countess Julie; the Outlaw; the Stronger
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-07-01
508 _aProduced by Nicole Apostola and David Widger
520 _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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aDrama
653 _aStrindberg, August, 1849-1912 -- Translations into English
700 1 _aOland, Edith,
_d1878-1968
700 1 _aOland, Warner,
_d1880-1938
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8499
999 _c50481
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