Henrik Ibsen

Henrik Ibsen (1828–1906), a Norwegian dramatist and poet, considered to be the creator of the modern realist drama, one of the most eagerly staged drama writer in the world. In the beginnings of his career he wrote dramas in the spirit of national romantism, becoming an important figure during the time of creation of the national identity of Norway. However, his most prominent works come from the later period – realism, sometimes connected also with naturalism and, near the end of his life, transforming into symbolism. These include, among others, Peer Gynt (to which Edvard Grieg wrote the highly popular music score), Nora, or the Dolls House or the Wild Duck.