Miss Julie

Book Details:

• Author: August Strindberg

• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing India

• Binding Type: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 160

• Release Date: 01-01-2017

• ISBN: 9789386349088

• EAN: 9789386349088

• Language: English

• Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.1 x 0.5 inches

About The Book:

Miss Julie (1888) is regarded by August Strindberg as his masterpiece and "the first naturalistic tragedy of the Swedish drama." Written in just two weeks, the play presents a shockingly bold narrative about class, passion, and power dynamics, revolutionizing theatrical technique in the process. Initially met with strong criticism for its supposed immorality, it has since become one of Strindberg's most frequently performed works.

Set on Midsummer Eve, the play centers on Miss Julie, the aristocratic daughter of a count, and her illicit relationship with Jean, her father's valet. The tension between sexual desire and social hierarchy leads to a tragic conflict, culminating in Miss Julie's suicide. The play's raw portrayal of power dynamics, class struggles, and human emotions was groundbreaking for its time, earning both acclaim and outrage.

Premiering in 1889 at Strindberg's experimental theatre in Denmark, Miss Julie was immediately banned by the censor. When it was first performed publicly in Berlin three years later, the production was met with such protests that it was pulled after only one performance. Despite its controversial beginnings, Miss Julie has endured as a powerful, modern work in the dramatic canon.

This edition features commentary and notes by David Thomas and Jo Taylor, offering additional insight into the play's themes and historical context.