Per Gint

Book • 1921
Peer Gynt is a five-act play in verse by Henrik Ibsen, published in 1867.

It tells the story of Peer Gynt, a Norwegian peasant adventurer.

After causing the death of a man, Peer flees into the mountains, where he encounters supernatural beings.

He travels to different countries, amassing wealth and experiencing various adventures.

Eventually, he returns to Norway as an old man, reflecting on his life and seeking redemption.

The play explores themes of identity, self-deception, and the search for meaning.

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