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The Master Builder

The Master Builder

by Henrik Ibsen

Is it possible to construct greatness without sacrificing personal happiness? Henrik Ibsen's "The Master Builder" explores this profound question. This powerful drama follows the life of Halvard Solness, a renowned architect tormented by guilt and haunted by past decisions. As Solness grapples with his all-consuming ambition and the arrival of a mysterious young woman, readers are drawn into a world where ambition, fear, and the supernatural coalesce. Ibsen's exploration of human psyche, the concept of self, and the cost of success makes this piece a timeless classic. This poignant narrative will captivate those who seek to understand the complexity of human ambition and the price one pays for greatness.

Chapters 3
Books/Sections 3
Difficulty Beginner

Table of Contents

  • Act 1:
  • Act 2
  • Act 3