Write a composition to show how relevant the title An Enemy of the People is to the play.
Introduction – relevance of the title – it is relevant – ref to Dr. Stockman at end of the play for –
His stand of condemning the towns baths when they are a source of the town’s livelihood
However point out that it is ironical.
point out who are the true enemies of the people.

a)     The Mayor who has no people’s welfare at heart and wants to conceal the truth of the matter for selfish reasons.
b)     Journalists – pressmen – refuse to publish the doctor’s manuscript to enlighten the masses and visitors on the dangers of the baths.
c)     Masses are their own enemies when they support the leaders blindly and for their ignorance.
d)     Father-in-law (mortein kill) buys shares, in the contaminated bath to sell at a higher price.

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