Scandinavian Studies 374/Literature
in Translation 274
Masterpieces of Scandinavian Literature:
The Twentieth Century.
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August Strindberg (1849-1912)
Strindberg, along with Henrik Ibsen is considered by many to be the father of modern drama.
His works are commonly divided into two periods, pre-Inferno and post-Inferno. His pre-Inferno wooks were realistic, even naturalistic. During this phase, Strindberg wrote in the vein of the Modern Breakthrough.
In 1896, Strindberg went through a psychological and religious crisis while living in Paris. His novel about these experiences was titled Inferno.
After Inferno, Strindberg's writing style changed dramatically, and he has been called the first expressionist. His plays become more symbolic than realistic and revolutionized drama as an artform.
Strindberg's works have been extensively translated.
The lecture about A Dreamplay can be found here....
For an illustrated audio presentation about Strindberg's use of scenic imagery in his plays consult: http://pocahontus.doit.wisc.edu
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