Rosmersholm

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Johannes Rosmer is a respected member of a conservative community, whos criticized for his close friendship with a young woman following his wifes untimely death. Johannes unconventional living situation, paired with his growing liberal beliefs, becomes a cause for concern.

A year after his wife Beatas suicide, Johannes Rosmer, is sharing his home with another woman. Rebecca, Beatas longtime friend, has been a source of support helping Rosmer through his grief. Although theyve maintained a respectful distance, their relationship is questioned by the general public. Rector Kroll, Rosmers brother-in-law, is offended by his living arrangement and new progressive attitude. The constant criticism pushes Rosmer to make a drastic life-changing decision.

Henrik Ibsens Rosmersholm is a family tragedy fueled by guilt. Two people are forced to acknowledge their part in a loved ones demise. Its a series of eye-opening revelations that lead to a shocking conclusion.

With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Rosmersholm is both modern and readable.

Author Bio

Henrik Ibsen (1828-1906) was a Norwegian playwright who thrived during the late nineteenth century. He began his professional career at age 15 as a pharmacist's apprentice. He would spend his free time writing plays, publishing his first work Catilina in 1850, followed by The Burial Mound that same year. He eventually earned a position as a theatre director and began producing his own material. Ibsen's prolific catalogue is noted for depicting modern and real topics. His major titles include Brand, Peer Gynt and Hedda Gabler.