The Vikings of Helgeland The Prose Dramas of Henrik Ibsen

EAN : 9791041995448

IBSEN HENRIK

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EAN : 9791041995448

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041995448
Réf. fournisseur : 341610
Date Parution : 31 mars 2024
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 70
Format : H:220 mm L:170 mm E:4 mm
Poids : 126gr

Résumé

Résumé : "The Vikings of Helgeland" by Henrik Ibsen is a dramatic play set in the time of Erik Blood-axe, around A.D. 933, on the island of Helgeland in Norway. The narrative revolves around themes of honor, revenge, and the complex dynamics of familial and marital relationships. The central conflict arises when Ornulf of the Fiords, an Icelandic chieftain, seeks retribution for the abduction of his foster-daughter, Hiordis, by Gunnar Headman, a wealthy yeoman. The tension escalates as Sigurd the Strong, a sea-king and Gunnar's foster-brother, intervenes to mediate peace between the two parties. Sigurd's past actions, including a secretive and valorous deed that won Hiordis for Gunnar, add layers of complexity to the unfolding drama. The play delves into the characters' struggles with their personal codes of honor and the societal expectations of vengeance. Hiordis, a fierce and proud woman, challenges the traditional roles of women in Viking society, while Dagny, Sigurd's wife and Ornulf's daughter, represents a more conventional perspective. The narrative reaches a climax when misunderstandings and past grievances lead to tragic consequences, highlighting the destructive nature of revenge and the difficulty of achieving reconciliation. Ibsen's work is a profound exploration of the human condition, set against the backdrop of Viking culture, where the characters' fates are intertwined with their adherence to or defiance of societal norms. The play's rich dialogue and intense emotional exchanges offer a compelling portrayal of the timeless struggle between personal desires and communal obligations.
Biographie : Henrik Johan Ibsen (* 20. März 1828 in Skien; † 23. Mai 1906 in Christiania) war ein norwegischer Dramatiker und Lyriker.