George Bernard Shaw
George Bernard Shaw was an Irish playwright, critic, and polemicist born on July 26, 1856, in Dublin. Renowned for his sharp wit and keen social commentary, Shaw became a major figure in the world of literature and theater. His works often explored themes of social justice, class struggle, and the complexities of human relationships, making him one of the most influential playwrights of the early 20th century. Shaw's unique blend of humor and insight earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1925, solidifying his legacy as a masterful storyteller and thinker.
With a career that spanned several decades, Shaw wrote over 60 plays, along with essays and critiques that challenged societal norms and encouraged readers to think critically about the world around them. His most famous works, including "Pygmalion" and "Saint Joan," continue to resonate with audiences today. If you're curious about the brilliance of Shaw's writing and thoughts, take a moment to explore his works available in the app. You'll find a treasure trove of insights that are as relevant now as they were in his time.
Saint Joan: Preface
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George Bernard Shaw
Saint Joan is a play by George Bernard Shaw about 15th-century French military figure Joan of Arc. Premiering in 1923, three years after her…
The Devil's Disciple
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Set during the American Revolution. Richard Dudgeon, put off by the dour religious ferocity of his mother and many of his neighbors, declare…
Fabian Essays in Socialism
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The Fabian Society is a British institution, which, though radical, advocated social reform through legislative rather than revolutionary me…
George Bernard Shaw You Never Can Tell
George Bernard Shaw
You Never Can Tell is a delightful comedy by George Bernard Shaw, originally born out of a bet that he couldn't write a 'seaside comedy.' Th…
You Never Can Tell
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In this witty comedy of errors, the Clandon siblings, Gloria and the twins, Dolly and Philip attempt to uncover the identity of their long l…
Overruled
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This is a short one act comedy by Shaw which involves two couples on a cruise who both need help figuring out their relationships. (Summary …
Back to Methuselah
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In this late work, Shaw examines many contemporary issues under the broad rubric of evolution and then illustrates his opinions in five brie…
George Bernard Shaw Caesar And Cleopatra
George Bernard Shaw
Experience George Bernard Shaw's renowned play, Caesar and Cleopatra, as it was presented on BBC Radio 4 FM on April 21, 1975. This adaptati…
George Bernard Shaw The Village Wooing
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George Bernard Shaw
The Village Wooing is a delightful play by George Bernard Shaw, featuring the talented Siobhan McKenna and Cyril Cusack. The story revolves …
Bernard Shaw Some Of His Broadcasts LP
George Bernard Shaw
Some Of His Broadcasts features the remarkable insights of George Bernard Shaw, a prominent figure in the early years of radio in Britain. T…
Androcles and the Lion
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A dramatic version of the classic fable of a kind man who comes across a lion with a thorn in its paw, his compassion for the injured lion p…
George Bernard Shaw Press Cuttings
George Bernard Shaw
Written in 1909, Shaw pokes fun at the suffragettes' British campaign for votes for women. General Mitchener is a veteran of the North West …
Captain Brassbound's Conversion
George Bernard Shaw
Captain Brassbound's Conversion is a comedic drama by George Bernard Shaw, originally published in his 1901 collection Three Plays for Purit…
Fanny's First Play
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Fanny who is the daughter of a Count has written a play. Having hired professional actors and invited some major critics. She is keeping her…
Androcles and the Lion (Version 2)
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George Bernard Shaw
Androcles and the Lion satirical play written in 1912 by George Bernard Shaw. It is set in Ancient Rome, and on the surface it appears to be…