Little Eyolf

""Little Eyolf"" is a play written by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. The story follows the lives of Alfred and Rita Allmers, a couple who have recently lost their young son, Eyolf. The play explores themes of guilt, responsibility, and the complexities of human relationships. Alfred, a writer, struggles with his own feelings of inadequacy as a father and husband, while Rita grapples with her own desires and the expectations placed on her as a mother. The arrival of Borgheim, a former friend of Alfred's, adds another layer of tension to the already fraught situation. As the characters confront their own shortcomings and the consequences of their actions, they are forced to question their own beliefs about love, family, and the meaning of life. ""Little Eyolf"" is a powerful exploration of the human condition, and a timeless work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today.RITA. [Throwing her arms passionately round his neck.] For then, at last, I should have you to myself alone! And yet--not even then! Not wholly to myself! [Bursts into convulsive weeping.] Oh, Alfred, Alfred--I cannot give you up!This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.