George Bernard Shaw

By G. K. (Gilbert Keith) Chesterton

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover how a playwright's heritage, beliefs, and progressive spirit ignited his controversial mark on theater and society.

Genres

Language & Communication Literature

Released

2006-10-13

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Summary

"George Bernard Shaw" by G. K. Chesterton is a study of the famous playwright and critic. It looks at how Shaw's Irish background, strict Puritan beliefs, and forward-thinking ideas shaped who he was. The book tries to show how these things came together to make Shaw a smart and brave person who had a big effect on both theater and the world. Chesterton wants people to know Shaw as more than just someone from a specific time, and he fights against common, misunderstood beliefs about Shaw. This sets the scene for a closer look at Shaw's life and work.