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George Bernard Shaw: Harlequin Or Patriot?

George Bernard Shaw: Harlequin Or Patriot?

Palmer, John

Hardcover

Historical FiguresLetters & EssaysTheater History

ISBN10: 1161647864
ISBN13: 9781161647860
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 22 2010
Pages: 88
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
George Bernard Shaw: Harlequin or Patriot? is a biographical work written by John Palmer that delves into the life and career of the renowned Irish playwright, George Bernard Shaw. The book explores Shaw's multifaceted personality and his complex relationship with his homeland, Ireland. Palmer presents a detailed account of Shaw's upbringing and early life, his literary career, and his political activism. The author examines Shaw's works, including his plays, essays, and speeches, and analyzes their themes and messages. The book also sheds light on Shaw's political views and his involvement in various social and political movements, such as socialism and women's suffrage. Palmer explores Shaw's controversial beliefs and his reputation as a contrarian and provocateur. Throughout the book, Palmer provides insights into Shaw's personal life, including his relationships with women, his marriage, and his friendships with notable figures such as H.G. Wells and Winston Churchill. Overall, George Bernard Shaw: Harlequin or Patriot? offers a nuanced and comprehensive portrait of one of the most influential figures in 20th-century literature and politics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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