The Confession of a Fool
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ISBN13: 9781023392167
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 244
Weight: 1.14
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
August Strindberg's searingly honest The Confession of a Fool is a landmark of autobiographical literature, a brutally frank examination of marriage and its discontents. This intensely personal account, presented as a confession, delves into the complexities of relationships and the devastating fallout of divorce and separation.
Strindberg unflinchingly explores the scandals and struggles that plagued his own life, offering a raw and often unsettling glimpse into the intimate dynamics of his marriage. A powerful and controversial work upon its initial release, The Confession of a Fool remains a compelling read for anyone interested in the intricacies of human connection and the enduring power of literary confession. It provides an unflinching perspective from one of history's most influential literary figures on the trials and tribulations of matrimony. This meticulously prepared print edition allows a new audience to discover the enduring relevance of Strindberg's autobiographical exploration.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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