How we cite our quotes: Citations follow this format: (Act.Line). Every time a character talks counts as one line, even if what they say turns into a long monologue. We used William Archer's translation.
Quote #10
MRS. ALVING. Yes, now I can, Oswald. A little while ago you spoke of the joy of life; and at that word a new light burst for me over my life and everything connected with it. (3.108)
As Mrs. Alving explains her discovery to Oswald, she's full of hope that her new understanding – and her confession – will solve her problems. But other, worse complications haven't even been revealed. The play is like a series of doors opened – only to find another closed door.