Hedda Gabler (EditionFirst)

""Hedda Gabler,"" written by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen in 1890, is a classic work of modern drama. The play centers around the character of Hedda Gabler, a complex and enigmatic woman trapped in a stifling marriage and societal expectations. Feeling constrained by her circumstances, Hedda seeks to assert control over her own destiny but finds herself increasingly disillusioned and desperate. As the drama unfolds, tensions escalate, and Hedda's actions become increasingly destructive, leading to tragic consequences for herself and those around her. Ibsen's exploration of themes such as identity, power, and societal repression resonates with audiences to this day. ""Hedda Gabler"" is renowned for its psychologically complex characters, intricate plot, and provocative commentary on the constraints placed upon individuals by society and the consequences of rebellion against those constraints.