This discussion of A Doll's House places it firmly in the context of nineteenth century European theatre, A novelty theatreA", and the society of Norway of its time. The book discusses responses to Ibsen, especially those of George Bernard Shaw and William Archer in London, and the relationship of the play to issues of theatrical censorship. (More modern treatments, like the remarkable ones by Ingmar Bergman and by Fassbinder, are also covered.) The character of Nora leads into a discussion of feminism, and her relationship with Torvald and the performance of the crucial tarantella is sensitively discussed.
- ISBN10 184760059X
- ISBN13 9781847600592
- Publish Date 16 March 2008
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Humanities - Ebooks.co.uk
- Format eBook
- Language English