The Lady from the Sea

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The Lady from the Sea" is a play written by Henrik Ibsen, first performed in 1888. Set in a small Norwegian coastal town, the play explores themes of duty, freedom, and personal fulfillment. The story revolves around Ellida Wangel, the lady of the sea, who is trapped in a marriage to Dr. Wangel, a widower with two daughters. Ellida feels a deep connection to the sea and longs for the freedom it represents. Her sense of unease is compounded by the arrival of a mysterious stranger, the Stranger, who claims to have a previous connection to Ellida. As the play unfolds, Ellida is torn between her sense of duty to her family and her desire for personal autonomy. The presence of the Stranger awakens conflicting emotions within her, leading to a series of dramatic confrontations and revelations.