Lady Inger Of Ostrat

Ibsen was living in a Norway that was struggling to assert its independence after centuries of dominance by first the Danish, and then the Swedish. This play is loosely based on the life of Inger Ottesdotter Romer, a early hero for Norwegian independence. Leverton Publishing. We have the World's Books.

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Lady Inger of Ostrat is a play by Henrik Ibsen, inspired by the life of Inger, Lady of Austraat. The play, the third work of the Norwegian's career, reflects the birth of Romantic Nationalism in the Norway of that period, and had a strongly anti-Danish sentiment. It centers on the Scandinavia of 1510-1540 as the Kalmar Union collapsed, the impacts of the Reformation were becoming evident in Norway, and a last desperate struggle was being mounted to maintain Norwegian independence. Its initial sentiments were so strongly anti-Danish that Ibsen ultimately toned them down. Norwegian literature was virtually nonexistent during the period of the Scandinavian Union and the subsequent Dano-Norwegian union (1387-1814) - Ibsen characterized that period as "Four Hundred Years of Darkness." Ibsen was a major participant in a flood of nationalistic romanticism that followed the "Four Hundred Years of Darkness" and is recognized as one the great four contributors of this period (the others being Bjornstjerne Bjornson, Alexander Kielland, and Jonas Lie). A unity of purpose pervades the whole period, recreation of a national culture based on the almost forgotten past.

This edition includes three works: "Lady Inger of Ostrat," "The Feast at Solhoug," and "Love's Comedy." Translation and introduction by C.H. Herford, Litt.D., M.A. and William Archer.

"Lady Inger of Ostrat" by Henrik Ibsen is a captivating historical drama that explores themes of power, betrayal, and redemption. Set in 16th-century Norway, the play follows the titular character, Lady Inger Gyldenløve, as she navigates the treacherous political landscape of her time. With her family's fortunes at stake, Lady Inger must confront her past and make difficult choices to protect her legacy and ensure her family's survival. As secrets are revealed and alliances shift, Lady Inger grapples with the consequences of her actions and the price of ambition. Through its vivid characters and evocative setting, "Lady Inger of Ostrat" offers a compelling portrait of a woman torn between duty and desire, honor and expediency. Ibsen's incisive exploration of human nature and societal expectations makes this play a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences today.