The Ultimate Dolls House Book

Author : Vivien Greene
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicolson
ISBN 13 : 9780304349487
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Vivien Greene Dolls' House Collection written by Vivien Greene and published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. This book was released on 1997 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tells the story, in the author's own words, of Vivien Greene's historic dolls' house collection in her garden museum in Oxford. The text contains fully illustrated views of all the antique houses and their contents.

Author : Faith Eaton
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780751301120
Total Pages : 143 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Ultimate Dolls' House Book written by Faith Eaton and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book traces the history of doll's houses, looking at the furniture behind the facades of 35 grand mansions, elegant townhouses, and humble homes with pictures that lead readers from room to room, revealing exquisitely crafted interiors and their intricate furnishings: tapestry rugs, solid silver services, and hand-painted porcelain. Most houses are inhabited by a doll family, and sometimes their staff, all dressed in contemporary costume, to complete this study of domestic life over the last 350 years.

Author : Henrik Ibsen
Publisher : Aegitas
ISBN 13 : 0369410920
Total Pages : 92 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Doll's House written by Henrik Ibsen and published by Aegitas. This book was released on 2024-04-05 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Doll's House is a three-act play written by Henrik Ibsen in 1879. It is a groundbreaking play that explores the themes of marriage, gender roles, and identity in 19th century society. Ibsen's play was met with controversy and outrage due to its bold critique of the traditional roles of men and women in marriage. The play has since become a classic of modern drama and is widely studied and performed in educational institutions around the world. The play is set in Norway and follows the story of Nora Helmer, a seemingly happy and content housewife. However, as the play unfolds, we see that Nora is living a double life. She has secretly borrowed money to save her husband's life, and is now being blackmailed by the lender. The play depicts Nora's struggle to find her true identity and the consequences of living a life based on societal expectations rather than her own desires. One of the main themes explored in the play is the role of women in marriage. Nora is portrayed as a typical 19th century wife, who is expected to be obedient, nurturing, and submissive. However, as the play progresses, we see that Nora is not content with this role and longs for independence and self-discovery. Ibsen challenges the traditional gender roles and shows how society's expectations can suffocate and limit an individual's growth. Another important theme in the play is the concept of identity. Nora's character undergoes a transformation throughout the play as she begins to question her role as a wife and mother. She realizes that she has been living a life that is not truly her own, and she must break free from societal expectations to find her true self. This theme is also reflected in the character of Torvald, Nora's husband, who is more concerned with his social status and reputation than his wife's happiness. Ibsen also uses symbolism throughout the play to convey deeper meanings. The title "A Doll's House" itself is significant, as it represents the idea that women were seen as mere playthings or objects in a patriarchal society. The Christmas tree, a recurring symbol in the play, represents the facade of happy family life that Nora and Torvald try to maintain. However, as the tree begins to shed its decorations, it symbolizes the unraveling of Nora's perfect facade. At the time of its publication, A Doll's House was met with harsh criticism and was deemed scandalous due to its portrayal of a woman challenging societal norms. However, its impact on modern drama cannot be overstated. Ibsen's play paved the way for a new genre of realistic drama and influenced many other playwrights to explore similar themes. It continues to be studied and performed today, as it remains relevant in its critique of societal expectations and the struggle for individual identity.

Author : Julie Warren
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781981158133
Total Pages : 136 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Making Dolls' House Miniatures in 1/12th Scale written by Julie Warren and published by . This book was released on 2017-11-26 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ~Over 50 easy to follow step by step projects~Includes a list of all tools and materials needed to complete all of the projects in the book~Over 900 colour photographs~There's tips and advice on working with wood~Includes a suppliers' web directory~Includes projects for the laundry room, the kitchen, the attic, the garden and more!

Author : Faith Eaton
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780888502346
Total Pages : 143 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Ultimate Dolls' House Book written by Faith Eaton and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Caroline Georgina Goodfellow
Publisher : MetroBooks (NY)
ISBN 13 : 9781586632342
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.45/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Ultimate Doll Book written by Caroline Georgina Goodfellow and published by MetroBooks (NY). This book was released on 2001-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of more than 400 dolls spanning two centuries. Each doll shown in original clothes or period costumes. Advice on care and collecting.

Author : Henrik Ibsen
Publisher : Memorable Classics Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 85 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Doll's House written by Henrik Ibsen and published by Memorable Classics Books. This book was released on 2023-08-31 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen is a three-act play written by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. It premiered at the Royal Theatre in Copenhagen, Denmark, on 21 December 1879, having been published earlier that month. The play is set in a Norwegian town circa 1879. The play concerns the fate of a married woman, who at the time in Norway lacked reasonable opportunities for self-fulfillment in a male-dominated world, despite the fact that Ibsen denied it was his intent to write a feminist play. It was a great sensation at the time, and caused a "storm of outraged controversy" that went beyond the theatre to the world of newspapers and society. Synopsis: The play opens at Christmas time as Nora Helmer enters her home carrying many packages. Nora's husband Torvald is working in his study when she arrives. He playfully rebukes her for spending so much money on Christmas gifts, calling her his "little squirrel." He teases her about how the previous year she had spent weeks making gifts and ornaments by hand because money was scarce. This year Torvald is due a promotion at the bank where he works, so Nora feels that they can let themselves go a little. The maid announces two visitors: Mrs. Kristine Linde, an old friend of Nora's, who has come seeking employment; and Dr. Rank, a close friend of the family, who is let into the study. Kristine has had a difficult few years, ever since her husband died leaving her with no money or children. Nora says that things have not been easy for them either: Torvald became sick, and they had to travel to Italy so he could recover. Kristine explains that when her mother was ill she had to take care of her brothers, but now that they are grown she feels her life is "unspeakably empty." Nora promises to talk to Torvald about finding her a job. Kristine gently tells Nora that she is like a child. Nora is offended, so she tells her that she got money from "some admirer" so they could travel to Italy to improve Torvald's health. She told Torvald that her father gave her the money, but in fact she illegally borrowed it without his knowledge (women were forbidden from conducting financial activities such as signing checks without a man's endorsement). Since then, she has been secretly working and saving up to pay off the loan. Krogstad, a lower-level employee at Torvald's bank, arrives and goes into the study. Nora is clearly uneasy when she sees him. Dr. Rank leaves the study and mentions that he feels wretched, though like everyone he wants to go on living. In contrast to his physical illness, he says that the man in the study, Krogstad, is "morally diseased."

Author : Brian Long
Publisher : GMC Publications
ISBN 13 : 9781861081872
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Authentic Georgian Dolls' House written by Brian Long and published by GMC Publications. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brian Long is well known to miniaturists as one of the proprictors of Past and Presents. Book jacket.

Author : Flora Gill Jacobs
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781891105074
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Small World of Antique Dolls' Houses written by Flora Gill Jacobs and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A landmark book by the country's foremost authority on antique dollhouses and their furnishings. Written in delightful prose with wonderful anecdotes and valuable descriptions, this work will become a standard reference for collectors and novice enthusiasts alike.

Author : Henrik Ibsen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 456 pages
Book Rating : 4.4X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Doll's House, and Other Plays written by Henrik Ibsen and published by . This book was released on 1890 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: