A Doll's House - Act 1

Act 1 post:
      I think Nora is a clever character because, she might seem very childish in the play but I think she's really smart. She did'n't want to see her kids because she thougt that she could possibly corrupt them, just trying to set a good example. And a lot of people such as friends and her own husband don't take her seriously but she knows what she's doing, even her close friend Mrs.Linde doesn't think Nora is worth it, meaning she doesn't think her smart enough or powerful enough either. Helmer is a proud man that likes to keep his reputation on high standards, he cares for his wife but doesn't take her seriously.

             Krogstad blackmailed Nora, to threaten to tell helmer about her forging, and her borrowing money from him.The quote"There's something constrained, something ugly even, about a home that's founded on borrowing and dept" Ii think this means that a marraige shouldn't be based on lies, such as secrets, like Nora keeping a secret from helmer. The macaroons are even a lie, she's more like a trophy wife, she can't gain wheight because then it'll look bad on Torvald's behalf. He's full with pride, his reputation can't get ruined just because his wife isn't meeting his standards.