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Arms and the Man: A Pleasant Play

by George Bernard Shaw
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781025280493
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 98
  • Original Price: GBP 11.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 150 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh

"Arms and the Man" is one of George Bernard Shaw's most enduring and witty comedies, serving as a biting satire on the romanticized notions of war and the conventions of love. Set during the 1885 Serbo-Bulgarian War, the play follows Raina Petkoff, a young Bulgarian woman whose idealistic views of heroism are challenged when she shelters a pragmatic Swiss mercenary, Captain Bluntschli. Known famously as the "chocolate cream soldier" for carrying sweets instead of cartridges, Bluntschli's practical nature provides a sharp contrast to the performative bravery of Raina's fianc�, Sergius Saranoff.

Through the clever dialogue and vibrant characters typical of Shaw's "Plays Pleasant," the work deconstructs the facade of military glory and the rigid social hierarchies of the late 19th century. As the plot unfolds, Shaw explores complex themes of class, marriage, and the stark reality behind the veneer of aristocratic respectability. This masterpiece of modern drama remains a staple of the international theatrical repertoire, celebrated for its intellectual depth, trenchant social commentary, and timeless humor that continues to resonate with contemporary audiences.

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