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Strindberg, August
1849
1912
Strindberg, Johan August
Björkman, Edwin
1866
1951
Bjorkman, Edwin
Björkman, Edwin August
Plays by August Strindberg, Third Series
Swanwhite -- Simoom -- Debit and credit -- Advent -- The thunderstorm -- After the fire.
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive, University of California (L.A.)
"Plays by August Strindberg, Third Series" by August Strindberg is a collection of theatrical works written in the early 20th century. This volume features a variety of plays that showcase Strindberg's evolution as a playwright, moving from naturalistic themes to explorations of mysticism and symbolism. The collection contains notable works such as "Swanwhite," a fairy tale-like narrative centered on themes of love, innocence, and the complex relationships between characters, particularly focusing on Swanwhite, her stepmother, and a prince. At the start of "Swanwhite," we are introduced to an enchanted world where tension brews between Swanwhite, her tyrannical stepmother, and noble figures like the Duke and the Prince. The Stepmother wields power and intimidation, particularly over Swanwhite, who is caught in the struggle between obedience and her yearning for freedom and love. As the curtain rises, we witness interactions filled with dramatic undertones, setting the stage for Swanwhite's eventual pursuit of love and her dreamlike escapade with the Prince. The dialogue reveals layered dynamics and hints of fantastical elements, immersing readers in a whimsical yet tumultuous narrative from the very beginning. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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