Dream Play is a fascinating and thought-provoking play written by August Strindberg. The story follows the character of Agnes, the daughter of a god who descends from the heavens to explore and attempt to understand the struggles and complexities of human life.

Throughout the play, the audience is taken on a surreal journey through various dream-like scenes that blend reality with fantasy, exploring themes of existentialism, spirituality, and human suffering. The play is filled with symbolic imagery and allegorical references that invite the audience to contemplate the nature of existence and the meaning of life.

Strindberg's use of poetic language and innovative storytelling techniques create a haunting and mesmerizing atmosphere that pulls the audience into Agnes's world. The play is a powerful exploration of the human experience, challenging the audience to question their own beliefs and perceptions.

Overall, Dream Play is a masterful piece of literature that showcases Strindberg's unique vision and artistic skill. It is a compelling and profound work that will leave a lasting impression on anyone who reads or sees it performed.

Book Description:
A Dream Play (Swedish: Ett drömspel) was written in 1901 by the Swedish playwright August Strindberg. It was first performed in Stockholm on 17 April 1907. It remains one of Strindberg's most admired and influential dramas, seen as an important precursor to both dramatic Expressionism and Surrealism. The primary character in the play is Agnes, a daughter of the Vedic god Indra. She descends to Earth to bear witness to problems of human beings. She meets about 40 characters, some of them having a clearly symbolical value (such as four deans representing theology, philosophy, medicine, and law). After experiencing all sorts of human suffering (for example poverty, cruelty, and the routine of family life), the daughter of gods realizes that human beings are to be pitied.