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An Enemy of the People | Study Guide

Henrik Ibsen

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Author

Henrik Ibsen

Year Published

1882

Type

Play

Genre

Drama

About the Title

The main character of An Enemy of the People, Dr. Stockmann, speaks some unpleasant truths to the people of his town, and as a result, they declare him "an enemy of the people."

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Dr. Thomas Stockmann Idealistic and passionate doctor Aslaksen Town printer; man of moderation Hovstad Newspaper editor; not as radical as he claims Brothers and adversaries Manipulates Potential father-in-law Romantic interest Spouses Mother Father Client Mayor Cautious politician Mrs. Stockmann Caring, sensible woman Petra Idealistic, freethinking young woman
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Characters

Dr. Thomas Stockmann Mayor Hovstad Petra Aslaksen Mrs. Stockmann

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Polluted Water The Written Word Money or Possessions

Themes

Speaking the Truth Power and Strength Social Class and Superiority
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