Ghosts: A Quick Read edition - E-book - Multi-format

"Ghosts" is a play written by Henrik Ibsen in 1881. It explores controversial topics such as religion, venereal disease, incest, and euthanasia, making it highly controversial at the time. The play revolves around Mrs. Helen Alving, a widow, who discovers that her son Oswald has inherited syphilis from his father. She also learns that Oswald is in love with Regina Engstrand, who is actually his half-sister.
The play delves into the consequences of not breaking societal moral codes. "Ghosts" received negative criticism initially but is now considered an important and influential play. It has been performed worldwide and adapted for film and television multiple times. The play's frank treatment of taboo subjects shocked audiences and was met with strong criticism. However, it has since gained recognition for its bold exploration of societal norms and moral codes. Discover a new way to read classics with Quick Read. This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each chapter. - Reading time of the complete text: about 2 hours - Reading time of the summarized text: 2 minutes