Hedda Gabler

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Hedda Tesman, formerly Hedda Gabler, embodies the conflict between her aristocratic lineage and her role as a wife. Having just returned to her villa in Kristiania after her honeymoon, she grapples with her identity and societal expectations. Ibsen emphasizes her as her father's daughter, highlighting the struggle for autonomy in a restrictive environment. The narrative explores themes of power, freedom, and the constraints of marriage, reflecting Hedda's complex character and the societal norms of her time.