Analysis of “a Doll’s House” Written by: Henrik Ibsen
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Analysis of “A Doll’s House” Written By: Henrik Ibsen
Margaret Walsh
South University Online
Analysis of “A Doll’s House” Written By: Henrik Ibsen
Henrik Ibsen creates beautifully written characters in his play “A Doll’s House”. This play offers many insights into the realms of marriage, self-awareness, and human nature. As the first Act opens, it feels as if the cast is part of an ordinary family scene. It is not until the speech of each character in the play is heard, as in Helmer’s first line “Is that my little lark twittering out there?” (Ibsen, 2011, Act 1, p.590) that we see a new light on the meanings of their relationship. We get a direct sense of ownership in the tone of Helmer’s character. His dialect is that of one who believes he is “the man of the house”, and who deals with many frustrations. Nora appears to be somewhat of a sheltered wife from life’s troubles, a bit spoiled, and yet she is a cheerful, caring, and dotting wife. She provides this idealistic view as she replies to her husband in a discussion about spending money recklessly, “Yes, Torvald, but we can be a little more reckless now, can’t we? Just a tiny little bit! You’re going to have a big salary and you’ll be making lots and lots of money.” (Ibsen, 2011, Act 1, p.590). The speech plays a large role in the importance of the definitive moments of the play. The implications that are seen in the subtext of the characters dialogue help to form a message that many times our verbal presentation with others can create a lasting impression in the relationships we carry. The true definitive moment is foreseen as we encounter Nora’s character growing into self-awareness. After eight years of marriage she is forced to reveal a “secret” that she knows could possibly change the outcome of her life. We understand this as she whispers...
Margaret Walsh
South University Online
Analysis of “A Doll’s House” Written By: Henrik Ibsen
Henrik Ibsen creates beautifully written characters in his play “A Doll’s House”. This play offers many insights into the realms of marriage, self-awareness, and human nature. As the first Act opens, it feels as if the cast is part of an ordinary family scene. It is not until the speech of each character in the play is heard, as in Helmer’s first line “Is that my little lark twittering out there?” (Ibsen, 2011, Act 1, p.590) that we see a new light on the meanings of their relationship. We get a direct sense of ownership in the tone of Helmer’s character. His dialect is that of one who believes he is “the man of the house”, and who deals with many frustrations. Nora appears to be somewhat of a sheltered wife from life’s troubles, a bit spoiled, and yet she is a cheerful, caring, and dotting wife. She provides this idealistic view as she replies to her husband in a discussion about spending money recklessly, “Yes, Torvald, but we can be a little more reckless now, can’t we? Just a tiny little bit! You’re going to have a big salary and you’ll be making lots and lots of money.” (Ibsen, 2011, Act 1, p.590). The speech plays a large role in the importance of the definitive moments of the play. The implications that are seen in the subtext of the characters dialogue help to form a message that many times our verbal presentation with others can create a lasting impression in the relationships we carry. The true definitive moment is foreseen as we encounter Nora’s character growing into self-awareness. After eight years of marriage she is forced to reveal a “secret” that she knows could possibly change the outcome of her life. We understand this as she whispers...