Esther Greenwood

Esther Greenwood is a fictional character from Sylvia Plath's novel "The Bell Jar." She is a young woman struggling with mental health issues, societal expectations, and personal identity while pursuing a career in writing. The story portrays her emotional turmoil, depression, and efforts to find stability amidst life's pressures. Esther's experiences highlight the challenges of mental illness and the societal constraints faced by women in the 1950s, offering a candid depiction of psychological distress and the search for self-understanding.