Ghosts

Ghosts

by Henrik Ibsen
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 09/01/2025

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"Ghosts" tackles themes of morality, family dynamics, and the societal constraints placed on individuals. The play revolves around the character of Mrs. Helen Alving, a widow who discovers that her deceased husband, Captain Alving, had a morally corrupt and scandalous past. As Mrs. Alving grapples with the consequences of her husband's actions, she must confront the ghosts of her own past and make decisions that challenge societal expectations.Ibsen's "Ghosts" explores the consequences of societal taboos, such as moral hypocrisy, societal norms, and the impact of inherited legacies. It offers a scathing critique of Victorian society, challenging conventional morality and exposing the hypocrisies that lurk beneath the surface.The play delves into themes of duty, freedom, and the conflicts between personal desires and societal expectations. It portrays complex characters who are bound by social constraints and explores the consequences of trying to adhere to societal norms."Ghosts" caused significant controversy when first performed due to its frank treatment of subjects like venereal disease and the hypocrisy of societal values. The play is known for its powerful dramatic moments, realistic dialogue, and psychological depth.

ISBN:
9789365825336
9789365825336
Category:
Plays
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
09-01-2025
Language:
English
Publisher:
Zinc Read
Henrik Ibsen

Henrik Ibsen (1828-1906) is often called 'the Father of Modern Drama'. Born in Norway, he left his homeland in 1864 for a 21-year long voluntary exile in Italy and Germany. After successes with the verse dramas Brand and Peer Gynt, he turned to prose, writing his great 12-play cycle of society dramas between 1877 and 1899. This included A Doll's House, Ghosts, Hedda Gabler, The Master Builderand, finally, When We Dead Awaken.

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