A Doll's House, The Reflective Statement

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As one descends deeper into the story of A Doll’s House by Hendrik Ibsen, the differences between the culture and era of the novel, that of 19th century Norway and the culture of our modern society, become increasingly evident. These differences as well as the motives behind Nora’s actions and 19th century society as a whole became more apparent during the interactive oral presented in class, which explored both Ibsen’s technique as well as the play’s relationship with the established style of the time. The oral also presented further analysis in regards to the reasons behind the play’s bellicosity at the time.

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In the 19th century, Britain was able to spread her views everywhere, including Norway; these views were very conservative and strict. Ibsen’s elusion to divorce and female independence, as well as his remarks of commercial hypocrisy and political expediency caused such controversy that it was originally banned in Britain. At the time, women were primarily given the role of caregiver and wife and cases, such as Mrs. Linde, were rare. It was assumed that women did not understand how society works; therefore it was safer for women to stay in the home. It was portrayed through the oral presentation that society ...

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