Books by Henrik Ibsen

Explore the major literary works of Henrik Ibsen

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Major Works

  • A Doll's House
    Nora Helmer has secretly borrowed money to save her husband's life, a secret that threatens to unravel her seemingly perfect marriage when it comes to light. The play dramatically explores themes of marriage, identity, and the societal expectations placed upon women in the 19th century, culminating in Nora's iconic departure from her home.
  • Hedda Gabler
    Hedda Gabler, an aristocratic and intelligent woman newly married to the academic Jorgen Tesman, finds herself trapped in a life she despises and struggles for control and meaning. Driven by a desire for power and a fear of scandal, she manipulates the lives of those around her, ultimately leading to tragic consequences.
  • Ghosts
    Mrs. Helene Alving attempts to escape the scandalous memory of her philandering late husband by building an orphanage in his name and keeping the truth from her son, Oswald. However, the "ghosts" of the past—her husband's immorality and a hereditary disease—resurface to haunt the present, exposing societal hypocrisy and the destructive power of secrets.