Peer Gynt: A Masterpiece of Norwegian Literature and the Brand Penguin Classics

Peer Gynt and Brand (Penguin Classics)

by Arleta Richardson

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2305 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	382 pages
Paperback	:	30 pages
Reading age	:	3 - 8 years
Item Weight	:	4.3 ounces
Dimensions	:	8.5 x 0.08 x 11 inches

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Peer Gynt is a verse drama by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. It was first performed in 1876 and has since become one of the most iconic works of Norwegian literature.

The play tells the story of Peer Gynt, a young man who is searching for his place in the world. He is a dreamer and a wanderer, and he is constantly getting into trouble. But despite his flaws, Peer Gynt is a sympathetic character, and he ultimately learns the importance of self-acceptance.

Peer Gynt is a complex and challenging play, but it is also a rewarding one. It is a play that has something to say about the human condition, and it is a play that will stay with you long after you have finished reading it.

The Penguin Classics edition of Peer Gynt is a must-have for any lover of literature. It includes a helpful and notes, and it is beautifully translated by Rolf Fjelde.

About the Author

Henrik Ibsen was a Norwegian playwright who is considered one of the fathers of modern drama. He was born in 1828 in Skien, Norway, and he died in 1906 in Oslo, Norway.

Ibsen wrote over 20 plays, including some of the most famous works of Norwegian literature, such as Peer Gynt, A Doll's House, and Hedda Gabler.

Ibsen's plays are known for their realism and their exploration of social and psychological issues. He was a master of character development, and his plays often feature complex and flawed characters.

Ibsen's plays have been translated into over 100 languages and they continue to be performed around the world.

About the Brand Penguin Classics

Penguin Classics is a brand of Penguin Random House that publishes quality literature from around the world.

Penguin Classics was founded in 1946 by Allen Lane, who believed that everyone should have access to great literature.

Penguin Classics publishes a wide range of literature, including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and drama. The brand is known for its high-quality editions, which feature authoritative texts, helpful s and notes, and beautiful covers.

Penguin Classics is one of the leading publishers of quality literature in the world. The brand's editions are widely respected and they are used by students, teachers, and general readers alike.

Peer Gynt is a masterpiece of Norwegian literature, and the Penguin Classics edition is a must-have for any lover of literature.

The play is a complex and challenging one, but it is also a rewarding one. It is a play that has something to say about the human condition, and it is a play that will stay with you long after you have finished reading it.

Peer Gynt and Brand (Penguin Classics)

by Arleta Richardson

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2305 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	382 pages
Paperback	:	30 pages
Reading age	:	3 - 8 years
Item Weight	:	4.3 ounces
Dimensions	:	8.5 x 0.08 x 11 inches

FREE