Countess Julia, Froken Julie

Countess Julia, also known as Froken Julie, is a play written by the Swedish author August Strindberg in 1912. The play is a naturalistic tragedy that explores the themes of class, gender, and power through the story of a wealthy countess who becomes involved with her father's valet, Jean. As the night progresses, their relationship becomes increasingly intense, leading to a tragic conclusion. The play is set in Sweden during the mid-19th century and is known for its realistic portrayal of the characters and their interactions. Strindberg's use of naturalistic dialogue and symbolism creates a powerful and emotional drama that has been widely acclaimed for its psychological depth and social commentary. Countess Julia is considered one of Strindberg's most important works and a classic of modern drama.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.