Henrik Ibsen was a Norwegian playwright and theatre director born on March 20, 1828, in Skien, Norway. He is considered one of the founders of modern drama. Ibsen's early life was marked by financial struggles and he worked as an apothecary assistant before turning to writing full-time. Ibsen's plays are known for their realistic portrayal of middle-class life and their exploration of social issues such as morality, marriage, and class. His most famous works include "Hedda Gabler", "A Doll's House" and "Peer Gynt". Throughout his career, Ibsen was a pioneer in the development of realism in theatre, influencing many other playwrights including George Bernard Shaw and Eugene O'Neill. He died on May 23, 1906, at the age of 78.
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