An Enemy of the People by Henrik Ibsen

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Author Ibsen, Henrik, 1828-1906
Translator Sharp, R. Farquharson (Robert Farquharson), 1864-1945
Uniform Title En folkefiende. English
Title An Enemy of the People
Note Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Martin Adamson. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary "An Enemy of the People" by Henrik Ibsen is a play in five acts written during the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around Dr. Thomas Stockmann, the medical officer of a coastal town's Baths, who discovers that the water supply is contaminated and poses a serious health risk. The play explores themes of truth, integrity, and the conflict between personal conviction and public opinion. At the start of the play, we are introduced to Dr. Stockmann in his home, where he shares a meal with his family and friends, showcasing a lively domestic scene. Through conversations with various characters, including his brother Peter, the Mayor, and local journalists Hovstad and Billing, the audience learns about the significance of the Baths to the town’s economy and the looming scandal surrounding them. The doctor has sent a letter to the university to confirm his suspicions about the water quality. The excitement builds as he anticipates the results that could profoundly impact the community, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation over the ethics of public health versus local interests. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Social conflict -- Drama
Subject Physicians -- Drama
Subject Norwegian drama -- Translations into English
Subject Springs -- Drama
Subject Pollution -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 2446
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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