Strindberg's Ghost Sonata (play)

August Strindberg's *The Ghost Sonata* is a symbolic play that explores themes of societal corruption, spiritual despair, and the search for meaning. Set in a gloomy, decaying house, it depicts a young man who encounters ghostly figures representing oppressed and morally compromised individuals. Through surreal, dream-like scenes, the play highlights the tensions between innocence and guilt, truth and illusion, revealing the bleakness of human nature and societal decay. Its intricate symbolism and allegorical characters invite viewers to reflect on moral hypocrisy, social justice, and the possibility of spiritual redemption.