August Strindberg Synopsis Facing Death , a one-act play by August Strindberg , tells the poignant (emotional/touching) story of Monsieur Durand , a widowed former railroad worker grappling (tackling) with financial ruin. Burdened with the responsibility of raising his three daughters— Adèle , Annette , and Thérèse —Durand struggles to secure their futures. Despite his efforts, including taking in lodgers to make ends meet, his attempts are met with ridicule and contempt. Yet, Durand devises a desperate plan to ensure his daughters’ financial security, even if it costs him his own life. This masterpiece of European dramatic naturalism portrays the depth of a father's love and his ultimate sacrifice for his children. Setting Through the open door, a room with a long dining table is visible, offering a view of the cypress trees in the churchyard, Lake Geneva, the Savoy Alps, and the French resort town of Evian. To the left is the kitchen entrance. Themes of the Play Toxic relations...