Nora Macaroon

father. Many years after getting married and having kids, her husband has obtained characteristics of her father. After years of trying to sustain her “flawless marriage”, she finally has the boldness to walk away from her toxic relationship. Her reasons for leaving are undoubtedly rational. Firstly, the dominance Nora experiences from Torvald can be depicted throughout the beginning of the play. Nora is put in a rugged position when she has to choose between her macaroon compulsion and Torvald's wishes of her not consuming sweets. Torvald claims,” Hasn’t she even nibbled a macaroon or two?...You’ve given me your word” (Ibsen 3). This statement delinates Torvald’s form of superiority over Nora and shows how he has little to no respect for his wife. Disregarding the fact that Nora is his wife, Torvald is not hesitant to corroborate that Nora is not violating his wishes. Nora responds, “ I shouldn’t think of doing what you disapprove of” …show more content…
These actions are emblematic of Torvald’s immediate stance on gender functions and the outlook he has on Nora. When speaking to Nora, Torvald claims, “ When did the squirrel get home?...Still my little featherbrain...Come come; my little lark mustn't droop her wings like that” (Ibsen 1-2). These statements make Torvald out to have somewhat precautionary standpoint on his wife. He does not view Nora as a capable individual, but rather as someone who needs his assistance and guidance. Disregarding the fact that Torvald shows a lack of respect, Nora almost abstractedly responds, “ As you please Torvald...Yes indeed...Yes whatever you say” (Ibsen 1-3). It is clearly shown that Nora does not have enough boldness to stand up for her own wishes and opinions. Since she loves Torvald plenty, she takes no notice of his behavior. She loves him to the point where it seems as if she worships or over praises