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1828 – 1906Henrik Ibsen (1828-1906)Died 23 May 1906, aged 78The Norwegian playwright, author of A Doll's House, Ghosts, and Hedda Gabler, died in Christiania (now Oslo) after a series of strokes. Widely regarded as the father of modern realistic drama, his work transformed European theatre by addressing social issues previously considered unsuitable for the stage.
1828 – 1906Henrik IbsenFather of RealismWorld-famous playwright known for "A Doll's House" and "Peer Gynt."