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Hedda Gabler, a play by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen, was first published in 1890
. The play is a character study of the title character, a woman trapped in a loveless marriage who seeks to control and manipulate those around her. Ibsen's exploration of Hedda’s inner turmoil and the consequences of societal expectations makes Hedda Gabler a compelling psychological drama, highlighting the limitations placed on women in 19th-century bourgeois society. The play has been adapted for film and television numerous times, including a 1963 television production of the play starring Ingrid Bergman.Read the free full text, the full play summary, a full list of character descriptions, and full list of character descriptions from Hedda Gabler.
