Describe what Torvald reveals of himself through: dialogue, actions, beliefs, conflict, and stage directions/costumes.
Pg214-215
Torvald is a man who focuses all his efforts into appearing the way that is expected for men in those days. In this patriarchal society, men were expected to be the leader of the household. They were expected to provide guidance and financial support for the women and children under their care. Through Torvald’s dialogue we see how controlling he is when he tells Mrs Linde she should give up knitting simple because it is “ungraceful.” His opinion of knitting is purely dependant on the appearance of the “arms held tightly in, needles going up and down... an almost Chinese effect...” This reveals much of Torvald’s character. This exposes much of Torvald’s beliefs and proves him to be judgemental, and quite stereotypical, all linking into the theme of “a doll’s house” where only appearance matters.
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