George Bernard Shaw: His Life And Works, a Critical Biography

By Archibald Henderson

Book Overview

""George Bernard Shaw: His Life and Works, A Critical Biography"" is a comprehensive account of the life and achievements of the renowned playwright, critic, and social reformer George Bernard Shaw. Written by Archibald Henderson, a renowned biographer and scholar, this book provides an in-depth analysis of Shaw's life, his literary works, and his contributions to the world of theater and social reform.The book begins with a detailed account of Shaw's early life, including his childhood in Dublin, his education, and his early career as a journalist and critic. It then moves on to explore his literary works, including his plays, novels, and essays, and provides a critical analysis of each of them.The book also delves into Shaw's role as a social reformer, exploring his views on politics, economics, and social issues such as women's rights and the abolition of the death penalty. It examines Shaw's involvement in various political and social movements, including his support for socialism and his opposition to war.Throughout the book, Henderson provides a balanced and nuanced portrait of Shaw, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses as a writer and a social reformer. He also places Shaw's life and works in their historical and cultural context, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the man and his legacy.Overall, ""George Bernard Shaw: His Life and Works, A Critical Biography"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of one of the most important literary figures of the 20th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162745274
• ISBN13: 9781162745275
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 608 Pages
• Weight: 1.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"