Henrik Ibsen Livres

Dans cette maison où la femme est et n'est qu'une poupée, les hommes sont des pantins, veules et pleutres. Sans doute Nora incarne-t-elle une sorte de moment auroral du féminisme, alors qu'être, c'est sortir, partir. Et Ibsen, grâce à ce chef-d'œuvre, accède au panthéon de la littérature mondiale. Mais si sa poupée se met, sinon à vivre, du moins à le vouloir, au point de bousculer au passage l'alibi de l'instinct maternel, c'est qu'autour d'elle les hommes se meurent. Ibsen exalte moins Nora qu'il n'accable le mari, l'avocat Helmer, ou Krogstad part qui le chantage arrive.

En Norvège, dans "une maison confortable et de bon goût", une famille se prépare à fêter Noël. Mais le douillet et rassurant cocon se fissure quand le secret de Nora, la jeune et joyeuse épouse, menace soudain d'être dévoilé à son mari. Dès lors, toute allégresse recule, et les enfants aux joues rouges s'effacent devant des personnages qui surgissent tour à tour - amie de jeunesse, médecin, créancier -, semant le doute et l'inquiétude. En ébranlant ainsi la certitude lisse de son héroïne qui pensait avoir toujours agi connue elle le devait, Ibsen crée l'une des grandes figures du théâtre nordique, dont on continue d'interroger la volte-lace et la destinée.

Focusing on themes of mortality and artistic struggle, the story explores the complex relationship between an aging sculptor and his former muse as they navigate their past romance amidst the challenges of his marriage and her mental instability. The narrative delves into the internal conflicts faced by the accomplished artist, providing a poignant examination of life, love, and the burdens of creativity.

Presents English translations of plays by the Norwegian dramatist.

The story explores the complexities of grief and societal judgment as a former priest grapples with his wife's suicide and develops a controversial friendship with a young female resident. Their relationship, which teeters between platonic and intimate, stirs scandal in their community, highlighting themes of morality, redemption, and the struggle for personal freedom amidst societal expectations.

Henrik Ibsen, a pivotal figure in modern theatre, is celebrated for his contributions to realism and his profound influence on dramatic literature. His notable works, including A Doll's House and Hedda Gabler, explore complex themes of identity, societal norms, and personal freedom. Renowned for his innovative storytelling, Ibsen's plays often blend realism with surreal elements, as seen in his early work Peer Gynt. His legacy endures, with A Doll's House recognized as the most performed play globally in 2006, highlighting his lasting impact on the theatrical landscape.