An Enemy of the People by Henrik Ibsen (English) Hardcover Book

Description: An Enemy of the People by Henrik Ibsen, R. Farquharson Sharp, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Environmentalist, activist, and attorney Robert F. Kennedy Jr. contributes a foreword to this Skyhorse edition of Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsens renowned 1882 play, An Enemy of the People . FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Environmentalist, activist, and attorney Robert F. Kennedy Jr. contributes a foreword to this Skyhorse edition of Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsens renowned 1882 play, An Enemy of the People.Regarded as one of the foremost playwrights of the nineteenth century, Ibsen tells the story of the idealist Doctor Thomas Stockmann, the medical officer of a recently opened spa in a small town in southern Norway, who finds that the water is seriously contaminated. He notifies members of the community and initially receives support and thanks for the discovery. Threatened by the possible impact of such a revelation, his brother, the town mayor, conspires with local politicians and the newspaper to suppress the story and pressure Dr. Stockmann to retract his statements.At a public meeting, an attempt is made to keep Dr. Stockmann from speaking, but he launches into a tirade condemning the corruption of the town and the tyranny of the majority. Finding his speech offensive, he is shouted down by the masses and reviled as an enemy of the people.In his foreword, Kennedy alerts readers to the undeniable fact that the persecution of those who tell uncomfortable truths, which Ibsen described one hundred years ago, continues to this day and is as relevant now as it ever was. We face environmental deregulation and degradation, politicians in lobbyists pockets, attacks on facts that are agreed upon by reputable scientists, corporate funded and controlled research, and attempts to impede and suppress whistleblowers. The battle continues and Kennedy joins Ibsen on the front lines. Author Biography Norwegian playwright and theatre directorHenrik Johan Ibsen, March 20, 1828 May 23, 1906, is considered one of the most influential and insightful playwrights and poets of the nineteenthcentury, also referred to as "the father of realism" and "the father of modern drama." His plays, including Loves Comedy, Brand, Peer Gynt, Emperor and Galilean, The Pillars of Society, A Dolls House, Ghosts, An Enemy of the People, The Wild Duck, Hedda Gabler, The Master Builder, and When We Dead Awaken explored and challenged social norms and taboos, stirring up controversy and debate, and bringing to the stage powerful and notorious characters, such as Hedda, the daughter of an aristocratic and enigmatic general, and considered to be one of the most demanding roles taken on by prominent actresses worldwide. Ibsen was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1902, 1903, and 1904, and his plays continue to be performed around the world to this day.Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is founder of Waterkeeper Alliance and founder, chairman of the board, and chief legal counsel for Childrens Health Defense. He is also counsel to Morgan & Morgan, a nationwide personal injury practice. Kennedy is an esteemed author, with a long list of published books including the New York Times bestseller, Crimes Against Nature and of Thimerosal: Let the Science Speak. Mr. Kennedy was named one of Time magazines "Heroes for the Planet" for his success helping Riverkeeper lead the fight to restore the Hudson River. His reputation as a resolute defender of the environment and childrens health stems from a litany of successful legal actions. He received recognition for his role in the landmark victory against Monsanto, as well as in the DuPont Case that inspired the movie Dark Waters (2019). Long Description Environmentalist, activist, and attorney Robert F. Kennedy Jr. contributes a foreword to this Skyhorse edition of Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsens renowned 1882 play, An Enemy of the People . Regarded as one of the foremost playwrights of the nineteenth century, Ibsen tells the story of the idealist Doctor Thomas Stockmann, the medical officer of a recently opened spa in a small town in southern Norway, who finds that the water is seriously contaminated. He notifies members of the community and initially receives support and thanks for the discovery. Threatened by the possible impact of such a revelation, his brother, the town mayor, conspires with local politicians and the newspaper to suppress the story and pressure Dr. Stockmann to retract his statements. At a public meeting, an attempt is made to keep Dr. Stockmann from speaking, but he launches into a tirade condemning the corruption of the town and the tyranny of the majority. Finding his speech offensive, he is shouted down by the masses and reviled as an enemy of the people. In his foreword, Kennedy alerts readers to the undeniable fact that the persecution of those who tell uncomfortable truths, which Ibsen described one hundred years ago, continues to this day and is as relevant now as it ever was. We face environmental deregulation and degradation, politicians in lobbyists pockets, attacks on facts that are agreed upon by reputable scientists, corporate funded and controlled research, and attempts to impede and suppress whistleblowers. The battle continues and Kennedy joins Ibsen on the front lines. Details ISBN1510757236 Author Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Publisher Skyhorse Publishing ISBN-10 1510757236 ISBN-13 9781510757233 Format Hardcover Country of Publication United States DEWEY 839.8226 Language English Imprint Skyhorse Publishing Place of Publication New York, NY Pages 168 Translator R. Farquharson Sharp Year 2022 UK Release Date 2022-01-20 Publication Date 2022-01-20 NZ Release Date 2022-01-20 US Release Date 2022-01-20 Audience General AU Release Date 2021-12-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:151667168;

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