Notes on Ibsen's "Doll's House" and "Hedda Gabler" (Cliffs notes) - Softcover

Sturman, Marianne

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0822006146 ISBN 13: 9780822006145

Publisher: Hungry Minds Inc,U.S., 1965

Synopsis

The original CliffsNotes study guides offer a look into critical elements and ideas within classic works of literature."CliffsNotes on A Doll's House & Hedda Gabler" takes you into Henrick Ibsen's dramatic plays, controversial theater productions that inflamed audience reactions in the nineteenth century."A Doll's House" follows the story of a housewife who emerges from the confinement of her married life to confront the conditions of the outside world. Typical of Ibsen's dramas, "Hedda Gabler" portrays a depraved world in which women in particular submit to unsatisfying socially imposed roles. Summaries and expert commentaries cover each act within both plays; other features that help you figure out these important works includeLife and background of the playwrightSummary of Ibsen's most famous playsAnalysis of the plays' structure, themes, and charactersA complete list of Ibsen's dramaSample exam questions and essay topicsClassic literature or modern-day treasure -- you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.

About this edition

• Publisher: Hungry Minds Inc,U.S.
• Publication date: 1965
• ISBN 10: 0822006146
• ISBN 13: 9780822006145
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 56
• Editor: Carey Gary