33 pages 1 hour read

August Strindberg

The Father

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1887

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Reviews of August Strindberg's The Father highlight its intense psychological drama and complex character dynamics, drawing acclaim for its exploration of gender and power. Critics praise its stark realism and emotional depth. However, some find its themes outdated and dialogue cumbersome. Overall, it's recognized as a powerful, if occasionally polarizing, work in modern drama.

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Who Should Read The Father?

Readers who appreciate intense psychological drama and familial conflict will enjoy August Strindberg’s The Father. Fans of Ibsen’s plays such as A Doll’s House and Tolstoy’s The Kreutzer Sonata will find Strindberg's exploration of gender roles and marital power struggles compelling. The play appeals to those intrigued by early modernist literature and its stark character portrayals.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Play: Drama
Classic Fiction
Drama / Tragedy
Topics
Gender / Feminism
History: European
Mental Illness
Period
Naturalism
Themes
Identity: Gender
Relationships: Marriage
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed