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When We Dead Awaken

When We Dead Awaken

Ibsen, Henrik

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ISBN10: 9370812598
ISBN13: 9789370812598
Publisher: Double 9 Booksllp
Published: Mar 1 2025
Pages: 96
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.23 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
When We Dead Awaken is a dramatic work that explores existential crises, identity, and the tension between art and life. The narrative centers on a sculptor, preoccupied with his past relationships and artistic endeavors. Set during a stay at a bathing establishment, the play unfolds as the sculptor and his wife reflect on the changes in their lives. While the wife expresses unease about their return, the sculptor is consumed by thoughts of a past lover, who had once been the inspiration for his masterpiece. This sense of discontent with their present lives signals a deeper exploration of the artist s internal struggles and the consequences of his pursuit of perfection. The play delves into the complexities of artistic ambition, the conflict between personal relationships and creative goals, and the emotional turmoil experienced when confronting past choices. Through the character s journey, it critiques the disconnection between achieving artistic success and finding fulfillment in personal life.

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