Quotes by Henrik Ibsen

Henrik Ibsen (1828-1906) was a Norwegian playwright, poet, and theatre director, often hailed as the father of modern drama. Born in Skien, Ibsen's early life was marked by financial hardship, which fueled his exploration of societal issues in his works. With plays like “A Doll's House” and “Hedda Gabler,” he challenged the norms of his time, addressing themes of individualism, morality, and gender roles. His legacy endures as a cornerstone of realism in theatre, influencing countless writers and playwrights around the world.

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"The spectacles of experience; through them you will see clearly a second time."

Henrik Ibsen

"These heroes of finance are like beads on a string; when one slips off, all the rest follow."

Henrik Ibsen

"People who don't know how to keep themselves healthy ought to have the decency to get themselves buried, and not waste time about it."

Henrik Ibsen

"Marriage! Nothing else demands so much of a man."

Henrik Ibsen

"It is inexcusable for scientists to torture animals; let them make their experiments on journalists and politicians."

Henrik Ibsen

"A forest bird never wants a cage."

Henrik Ibsen

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