August Strindberg''s "Miss Julie"

"August Strindberg''s ''Miss Julie'': Dramatic Text, Theater History, Critical Thought" is a critical edition of this famous naturalistic play from 1888. The book includes a Strindberg biography and timeline; an introduction titled "August Strindberg, ''Miss Julie'', and the Making of Modern Drama"; Strindberg''s own preface to the play; "Miss Julie" in English translation, followed by explanatory notes to the text; "Miss Julie" in the Swedish original; an essay titled "The Dilemma of Naturalistic Tragedy: Strindberg''s ''Miss Julie''"; a production history of the play, followed by reviews of theatrical, operatic, and filmic productions; and a critical bibliography of writings on Strindberg and "Miss Julie". In sum, "August Strindberg''s ''Miss Julie''" is an indispensable guide to the historical, biographical, and artistic context of this important modern drama.