A Doll's House, Henrik Ibsen: Plot Summary

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A Doll's House: Plot Summary The play opens on Christmas Eve as Nora Helmer enters her home carrying packages. A porter delivers a Christmas tree, and her husband Torvald greets her. Nora proudly displays Christmas gifts for their children, and although Torvald playfully scolds her for spending, he affectionately calls her his "little skylark" and "little squirrel." Amid their celebration, they rejoice in Torvald's recent promotion to Bank Manager. Later, Mrs. Linde and Dr. Rank arrive. Torvald and Dr. Rank converse in private. Mrs. Linde, a long-lost friend, confides in Nora about her struggles as a widow seeking employment. Nora promises to help her secure a job. Nora then reveals a hidden truth: she secretly borrowed money to save Torvald's life during their early marriage. She has been repaying Definition: Repaying refers to the act of returning borrowed money or fulfilling a financial obligation. Go To Literary Terms …
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