Strindberg; Great Lives (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164477532)

""Strindberg; Great Lives"" is a book written by G. A. Campbell that provides a comprehensive and insightful biography of the famous Swedish playwright, August Strindberg. The book covers Strindberg's life from his birth in Stockholm in 1849 to his death in 1912, exploring his tumultuous personal life and his immense contributions to the literary world. Throughout the book, Campbell delves into Strindberg's early years, including his troubled childhood and his early attempts at writing. He then explores Strindberg's adult life, including his many marriages, his struggles with mental illness, and his eventual rise to fame as one of the most influential playwrights of his time. The book also discusses Strindberg's literary works in detail, including his plays, novels, and essays. Campbell analyzes Strindberg's writing style and themes, highlighting the ways in which his work challenged traditional societal norms and pushed the boundaries of what was considered acceptable in literature. Overall, ""Strindberg; Great Lives"" is a fascinating and engaging read that offers a unique perspective on one of the most important literary figures of the 19th and early 20th centuries. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of August Strindberg, as well as those interested in the history of modern literature.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: G. A. Campbell
ISBN-10: 1164477536
ISBN-13: 9781164477532
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 144
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d