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In Midsummer Days And Other Tales

In Midsummer Days And Other Tales

Strindberg, August

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ISBN10: 1162667605
ISBN13: 9781162667607
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 94
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.19 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
In Midsummer Days and Other Tales is a collection of short stories by the renowned Swedish playwright and author, August Strindberg. The book features a variety of tales, ranging from romantic comedies to supernatural horror stories. The stories are set in different locations, from the bustling city streets of Stockholm to the serene countryside of Sweden.The title story, In Midsummer Days, follows the romantic entanglements of a group of young people during the summer solstice. The story is filled with humor, wit, and a touch of melancholy as the characters navigate their relationships and desires.Other stories in the collection include The Outlaws, a chilling tale of a group of bandits terrorizing a small village, and The Stronger, a psychological drama about two women confronting their past and present relationships.Throughout the book, Strindberg explores themes of love, betrayal, power, and the complexities of human relationships. His writing is characterized by vivid descriptions, sharp dialogue, and a deep understanding of human nature.In Midsummer Days and Other Tales is a must-read for fans of Strindberg's work and anyone who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging short stories.The cavaliers cheered, and the swimmer could read the promise of love in his lady's eyes. But when he struck out for the shore, he found that he could not move from the spot. He had been caught in the current. The singer on the pier did not realise his danger, but merely thought he was fooling, and therefore she laughed. But the conductor, who saw death staring him in the face, misunderstood her laughter; a bitter pang shot through his heart, and then his love for her was dead.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.

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