The plot centers on Dr. Stockmann, who uncovers contamination in the local public baths during an inspection. His recommendation for costly repairs, aimed at protecting public health, incites hostility from the community that relies on the baths for economic stability. The drama explores themes of truth, societal pressure, and the conflict between individual morality and collective interests, highlighting the consequences of prioritizing public welfare over economic benefits.
The plot centers on Dr. Stockmann, who uncovers contamination in the local public baths during an inspection. His recommendation for costly repairs, aimed at protecting public health, incites hostility from the community that relies on the baths for economic stability. The drama explores themes of truth, societal pressure, and the conflict between individual morality and collective interests, highlighting the consequences of prioritizing public welfare over economic benefits.