ISBN 9781416500384
Rs. 359
Washington Square Press
Four Great Plays of Henrik Ibsen
Who it's for: Readers interested in classic drama and modern theatre
Delve into the revolutionary dramatic genius of Henrik Ibsen with this essential collection, featuring four of his most impactful and thought-provoking plays: A Doll's House, Ghosts, An Enemy of the People, and Hedda Gabler. A pioneer of realism and a master of psychological depth, Ibsen challenged the social conventions and moral hypocrisies of his time, creating characters and scenarios that resonate powerfully even today.This volume brings together the works that cemented Ibsen's legacy as a foundational figure in modern drama. Witness Nora Helmer's awakening in A Doll's House, confront the shocking truths of inherited disease and societal judgment in Ghosts, observe the clash between individual integrity and mob mentality in An Enemy of the People, and explore the suffocating world of the enigmatic Hedda Gabler.Why You Should Read? Explore seminal works that radically redefined theatrical storytelling and paved the way for modern drama. Engage with timeless themes of individual freedom, societal pressure, moral decay, and the search for authenticity. Discover complex, psychologically rich characters who grapple with universal human dilemmas and societal expectations. Experience plays that remain critically relevant, offering profound insights into human nature and the challenges of social progress.
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- Includes four seminal plays: A Doll's House, Ghosts, An Enemy of the People, and Hedda Gabler.
- Ibsen's pioneering realism and psychological depth challenge social conventions.
- Explores themes of individual freedom, societal pressure, and moral decay.
- Characters grapple with universal dilemmas and societal expectations.
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Which plays are included in this collection?
The collection includes A Doll's House, Ghosts, An Enemy of the People, and Hedda Gabler.
What is the significance of these plays?
They are seminal works that radically redefined theatrical storytelling and paved the way for modern drama.
What themes do these plays explore?
They explore themes such as individual freedom, societal pressure, moral decay, and the search for authenticity.
Who is the author of these plays?
Henrik Ibsen, a pioneer of realism and master of psychological depth.