Ibsen, Henrik Johan
(1828–1906),Norwegian dramatist and poet, the most important theatrical figure of his generation, whose plays completely changed the main current of European dramatic literature. At one time regarded purely as a depicter of small-town provincial life, he is now recognized as a universal genius who infused even his prose works with a profoundly passionate and tragic poetic spirit. His early years were unhappy, his first plays, ... ...
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