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spentcello's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I really enjoyed reading Ghosts. Ibsen's frank discussion about social expectations and taboos completely convinces you of their utter ridiculousness and most of the time he twists it on you in such a way that you don't realise exactly what's coming. Although this play is at its core, very tragic, and none of the characters come out of it better off, it's a very enjoyable read along the way and surprisingly witty. I did find Manders a little too ridiculous (well, unbelievable) at times, but I appreciated the point Ibsen was making that men are believed with the most inconsistent justification, while women are simply dismissed, even when painting a thoroughly convincing and real portrait of their motivations. A very quick read with a lot packed in, and an even more abrupt and turbulent ending - an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Incest, Infidelity, and Mental illness
Moderate: Alcoholism and Domestic abuse
paperkit's review against another edition
reflective
tense
4.5
a remarkable play about many complex social factors brilliantly conveyed in an everyday conversation style. I am stunned that these women were written by a man. an interesting take on how it's not just family influencing us but also simply the environment we live in
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Incest and Sexual harassment
fizzypomegranates's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Incest and Mental illness
arborapollonis's review against another edition
dark
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Incest
studydniowka's review against another edition
challenging
dark
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
That was so crazy. if you want a tale about complex family relations (incest the) and XIX century drama, I recommend
Content Warnings
Moderate: Incest and Infidelity
nickc777's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Mrs Alving is a top. Oswald is a pillow princess. Pastor Manders is useless. This play is so fucking funny
Content Warnings
Minor: Alcoholism, Chronic illness, Death, Drug use, Incest, Sexual assault, and Pregnancy
wifescullys's review against another edition
dark
reflective
medium-paced
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Incest