Thoughts and Studies from the Renowned Dramaturge and Author of Mrs Warren

The Collected Articles, Lectures, Essays and Letters: Thoughts and Studies from the Renowned Dramaturge and Author of Mrs. Warren's Profession, Pygmalion, ... and Cleopatra, Androcles And The Lion

by Ervin R. Stutzman

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	993 pages
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Paperback	:	464 pages
Item Weight	:	1.32 pounds

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George Bernard Shaw was one of the most important playwrights of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His plays are known for their wit, their social commentary, and their exploration of complex moral issues.

In addition to his plays, Shaw also wrote a number of essays and articles on a wide range of topics, including politics, economics, religion, and art. These essays and articles are collected in the volume Thoughts and Studies.

Thoughts and Studies is a fascinating collection of insights from one of the most brilliant minds of his time. Shaw's essays and articles are full of wit, wisdom, and provocation, and they offer a unique perspective on the world we live in.

This volume is essential reading for anyone who is interested in Shaw's work, or in the history of drama and literature. It is also a great to the thought of one of the most influential thinkers of the modern era.

Table of Contents

• The Quintessence of Ibsenism
• The Perfect Wagnerite
• Dramatic Opinions and Essays
• Music in London, 1890-94
• The Irrational Knot
• Cashel Byron's Profession
• Love Among the Artists
• An Unsocialist Tract
• The Common Sense of Municipal Trading
• Industrial and Political Problems
• The Adventures of a Black Girl in Her Search for God
• Prefaces

The Quintessence of Ibsenism

In this essay, Shaw argues that Ibsen is the greatest playwright of his time. He praises Ibsen's realism, his psychological insights, and his social criticism. Shaw also discusses Ibsen's influence on his own work.

The Perfect Wagnerite

In this book, Shaw provides a guide to the operas of Richard Wagner. Shaw explains Wagner's musical theories and discusses the plots and characters of his operas. He also offers his own insights into Wagner's work.

Dramatic Opinions and Essays

This collection of essays and articles covers a wide range of topics related to drama. Shaw discusses the nature of tragedy, the role of the critic, and the future of the theatre. He also offers his thoughts on specific plays and playwrights.

Music in London, 1890-94

This collection of essays and reviews covers Shaw's experiences as a music critic in London. Shaw discusses the major musical events of the period, including the premieres of new operas and symphonies. He also offers his thoughts on the state of music in London at the time.

The Irrational Knot

This novel tells the story of a young woman who is torn between her love for two men. Shaw explores the themes of love, marriage, and the battle of the sexes.

Cashel Byron's Profession

This novel tells the story of a young man who becomes a prizefighter. Shaw explores the themes of violence, masculinity, and social class.

The Collected Articles, Lectures, Essays and Letters: Thoughts and Studies from the Renowned Dramaturge and Author of Mrs. Warren's Profession, Pygmalion, ... and Cleopatra, Androcles And The Lion

by Ervin R. Stutzman

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2608 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	993 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Paperback	:	464 pages
Item Weight	:	1.32 pounds

FREE