The Cambridge Companion to Ibsen (Cambridge Companions to Literature)

Book Details

• Author: James McFarlane

• Binding: Kindle Edition

• Format: Kindle eBook

• Number of Pages: 461

• Release Date: 25-02-1994

• Languages: English

• ISBN: 9780521423212

• About The Book

The Cambridge Companion to Ibsen delves deep into the life and works of Henrik Ibsen, one of the most influential playwrights in modern theatre. This 461-page Kindle Edition, first released in 1994, offers an invaluable reference for students, scholars, and theatre enthusiasts.

The book is structured into sixteen insightful chapters that trace Ibsen’s journey from his earliest works to the mature 'Ibsenist' plays that made him a revolutionary figure by the end of the nineteenth century. Through these chapters, readers are introduced to the themes of comedy, realism, lyric poetry, and feminism, all of which feature prominently in Ibsen’s writing.

The Companion also explores Ibsen’s profound influence on the international stage, highlighting his challenge to theatre and film directors, playwrights, and cultural movements today. In addition, the volume includes essential reference materials such as a full chronology of Ibsen’s life, a list of his works, and critical essays that provide in-depth analysis of twentieth-century interpretations of his plays.

Whether you are a newcomer to Ibsen's work or an established scholar, this book provides an essential resource for understanding the breadth and depth of his contributions to modern theatre.