Man And Superman: A Comedy And A Philosophy (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781494184872)

Man and Superman is a play written by the renowned Irish playwright, George Bernard Shaw. The play was first published in 1903 and is a classic work of literature that combines comedy and philosophy. The plot revolves around the life of Jack Tanner, a wealthy and successful man who is determined to live life on his own terms. The play explores the themes of love, marriage, and the role of women in society. The play is divided into four acts, with each act exploring a different aspect of the story. The first act introduces the main characters and sets the stage for the rest of the play. The second act explores the relationship between Jack Tanner and Ann Whitefield, a young woman who is determined to marry him. The third act takes place in Hell and is a philosophical discussion between Jack Tanner and the devil. The final act brings the story to a close, with Jack Tanner finally realizing the true meaning of life and love. Man and Superman is a complex play that challenges the audience to think deeply about the world around them. It is a work of literature that is both entertaining and thought-provoking, and is considered one of Shaw's greatest works. The play has been adapted into various forms, including a musical and a film, and continues to be performed on stage around the world.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1903 Edition.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.

Author: George Bernard Shaw
ISBN-10: 1494184877
ISBN-13: 9781494184872
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 03/29/2014
Pages: 286
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.21lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d