The Torpedo Under The Ark: Ibsen And Women (1912)

By Ellen Key

Book Overview

The Torpedo Under The Ark: Ibsen And Women is a book written by Ellen Karolina Sofia Key and originally published in 1912. The book is a critical analysis of the works of Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen and his portrayal of women in his plays. Key argues that Ibsen's female characters were often complex and multi-dimensional, challenging traditional gender roles and societal expectations.Key delves into Ibsen's major works such as A Doll's House, Hedda Gabler, and The Lady from the Sea, providing detailed analysis and interpretation of the female characters' motivations, actions, and relationships. She also examines Ibsen's personal life and his relationships with women, drawing connections between his own experiences and his portrayal of female characters in his plays.The Torpedo Under The Ark: Ibsen And Women is considered a pioneering work of feminist literary criticism and has been influential in shaping the way scholars approach the study of gender and literature. Key's insightful analysis of Ibsen's female characters continues to be relevant and thought-provoking to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161933751
• ISBN13: 9781161933758
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"