1890-99 The Works of Henrik Ibsen

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A lovely set of the collected works of Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen.

Ibsen was one of the founders of modernism in theatre, and was one of the most influential playwrights of his time. His early work 'Peer Gynt' was a surreal work in verse, though Ibsen later abandoned verse format and wrote in realistic prose. 

'Prose Dramas', in five volumes, published by Walter Scott. Volume I states 'Authorised Translation' and 'Second Edition', Volumes II-V state 'Authorised English Edition'.

'Brand, A Dramatic Poem', published in 1899 by Methuen & Co, the third edition. Translated into English by William Wilson. 

'Hedda Gabler', undated, published by De Witt Publishing House, translated by Edmund Gosse. 

'Peer Gynt, A Dramatic Poem', dated 1892 from a copy held at the British Library, published by Walter Scott. translated by William and Charles Archer. Errata slip to the rear. Bound without publisher's adverts. 

'The Master Builder', a new edition published by William Heinemann in 1893. Translated by Edmund Gosse and William Archer.

'Little Eyolf', published by William Heinemann in 1897. Translated by William Archer.

'John Gabriel Borkman', published by William Heinemann in 1897. Translated by William Archer.

Frontispiece to Volume III of 'Prose Dramas'.

Bookplate of Sir William Eden to the front paste downs.