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Plays of Henrik Ibsen

Plays of Henrik Ibsen

Ibsen, Henrik Johan

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Fiction AnthologiesPlays

ISBN10: 1025911377
ISBN13: 9781025911373
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.66 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Plays of Henrik Ibsen is a foundational collection of dramatic works by the man often hailed as the father of modern realism. Henrik Ibsen's influence on the theater is unparalleled, as his plays moved away from the artificiality of the nineteenth-century stage toward psychological depth and the rigorous examination of contemporary social issues. This volume brings together some of the most powerful and enduring dramas in world literature, showcasing the author's mastery of dialogue and his commitment to truth over convention.

Inside, readers will encounter Ibsen's most iconic characters and themes, exploring the tensions between individual freedom and societal duty. From the boundary-breaking domestic struggle in A Doll's House and the psychological tragedy of Hedda Gabler to the symbolic epic of Peer Gynt, these works continue to resonate with modern audiences for their stark honesty and universal relevance.

As essential reading for students of the dramatic arts and lovers of classic literature, this collection demonstrates why Ibsen remains the most frequently performed dramatist in the world after Shakespeare. His ability to provoke thought and challenge the status quo ensures that these plays remain as vital today as when they were first written.

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