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This three-act play challenges the romanticized views of war through a clever and witty lens, offering a realistic portrayal of its hardships. As an anti-romantic comedy, it critiques the glorification of battle, making it a timeless piece from the author of "Pygmalion." Shaw's sharp dialogue and insightful commentary resonate even a century later, appealing to those interested in the complexities of war. The republished edition includes a new biography, enhancing the reader's understanding of Shaw's significant contributions to theatre and society.
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Arms and the Man - An Anti-Romantic Comedy in Three Acts, George Bernard Shaw
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- Released
- 2008
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- Title
- Arms and the Man - An Anti-Romantic Comedy in Three Acts
- Language
- English
- Authors
- George Bernard Shaw
- Publisher
- Gibb Press
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 112
- ISBN13
- 9781443758833
- Category
- Theatre / Drama
- Description
- This three-act play challenges the romanticized views of war through a clever and witty lens, offering a realistic portrayal of its hardships. As an anti-romantic comedy, it critiques the glorification of battle, making it a timeless piece from the author of "Pygmalion." Shaw's sharp dialogue and insightful commentary resonate even a century later, appealing to those interested in the complexities of war. The republished edition includes a new biography, enhancing the reader's understanding of Shaw's significant contributions to theatre and society.