Man and Superman: A Comedy and a Philosophy (Penguin Classics)

Book Details

• Author: George Bernard Shaw

• Publisher: Penguin Classics

• Format: Paperback

• Pages: 122

• Release Date: 28-09-2000

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9780140437881

About the Book

Man and Superman is one of George Bernard Shaw's most powerful works, written in 1901 as a comprehensive intellectual exploration of the emerging ideas of the new century. Drawing inspiration from Byron's verse satire, Shakespeare, Victorian comedy, and authors like Conan Doyle and Kipling, Shaw crafts a profound drama that delves into the artist's role in society, the evolving function of women, and his theory of Creative Evolution.

Set against a backdrop of the eternal battle between the sexes, Shaw presents a witty and thought-provoking exploration of love, relationships, and intellectual conflict. Man and Superman is regarded as the first great twentieth-century English play and remains a classic, offering timeless insights into the social dynamics of the time.

About the Author

George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950) was a playwright, critic, and polemicist, known for his sharp wit and intellectual rigor. His works, including Pygmalion and Arms and the Man, often challenge societal norms and reflect his socialist beliefs. Shaw was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1925 and is regarded as one of the greatest playwrights in the English language.