Henrik Ibsen

Henrik Ibsen was born to Knud Ibsen and Marichen Altenburg in Skien, Norway. His family was of bourgeois origins, but financial difficulties would later impact his early life.

The Ibsen family faced financial ruin, forcing them to move to a smaller house. This event deeply influenced Henrik's later works and worldview.

Ibsen moved to Grimstad to work as a pharmacist's apprentice. During this time, he began writing poetry and plays, laying the foundation for his future career.

Ibsen's first play, 'Catalina,' was published. Although it received little attention, it marked the beginning of his literary career.

Ibsen was appointed theater poet and stage manager at the Norwegian Theatre in Bergen. This position provided him with practical experience in theater production.

Ibsen married Suzannah Thoresen in Christiania (Oslo). The couple had one son, Sigurd, in 1859. Their marriage would last until Ibsen's death.

Disappointed with the reception of his works in Norway, Ibsen left for a self-imposed exile in Italy, where he would spend most of the next 27 years.

Ibsen's play 'A Doll's House' was published and performed, causing a sensation and sparking debates about women's rights and societal norms.

After 27 years abroad, Ibsen returned to Norway, where he continued to write and received recognition for his contributions to literature and theater.

Henrik Ibsen died in his home in Christiania (Oslo), Norway. He left behind a legacy as one of the most influential playwrights of the modern era.