Kaarle XII: Viisikuvaelmainen näytelmä

Name: Kaarle XII: Viisikuvaelmainen näytelmä
Author: August Strindberg

By August Strindberg

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The five-act drama traces the effects of a long-absent monarch on his realm, shifting between a wind-blown coastal ruin, the king's reception rooms, public squares, private gardens, and a fortress siege. Communities and ministers debate loyalty and governance while soldiers, officials, and common folk voice hunger, despair, and resistance. Personal confrontations and courtly interactions expose pride, delusion, and the impotence of authority as civic decay and political division drive the action toward a harsh, militarized climax.

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August Strindberg

August Strindberg was a Swedish playwright, novelist, and poet, known for his influential works that explore themes of human psychology and social dynamics. He is often regarded as a pioneer of modern drama, contributing significantly to the development of naturalism and expressionism in theater. Strindberg's notable works include "Miss Julie," a powerful exploration of class and gender, and "The Ghost Sonata," which delves into the complexities of human relationships. His diverse literary output also includes novels such as "The Red Room" and autobiographical sketches like "Legends." Strindberg's legacy continues to resonate in contemporary literature and theater.