Heartbreak House

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Set against the backdrop of post-World War I Europe, the play explores themes of societal decay and the failure of the elite to steer civilization away from impending doom. Drawing inspiration from Anton Chekhov's style, Shaw presents a satirical yet poignant commentary on the cultural and political landscape of the time. The characters embody the contradictions of a "cultured, leisured" society, highlighting the disconnect between privilege and responsibility in a world on the brink of chaos.