The Red Room
Overview
The Red Room by August Strindberg (published in 1879) is often regarded as the first modern Swedish novel. It follows Arvid Falk, a young idealist who leaves his secure government job to pursue truth and freedom as a journalist and writer. As he moves through various parts of Stockholm society-politics, business, art, and journalism-he becomes disillusioned by the widespread corruption, hypocrisy, and greed he encounters.
The "Red Room," a caf where intellectuals and artists gather to discuss ideas, symbolizes both hope and futility-the dream of reform that rarely becomes reality. The novel is a biting satire of bourgeois society, exposing its moral decay while exploring the struggles of individuals who seek honesty and justice in a corrupt world.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9798897188536
- ISBN-10: 9798897188536
- Publisher: Lushena Books
- Publish Date: November 2025
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.88 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.28 pounds
- Page Count: 276
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