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The Admirable Bashville
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025165035
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 90
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Admirable Bashville or, Constancy Unrewarded is a comedic play by Bernard Shaw, first published in 1909. A farcical treatment of romance and social class, the play centers on the exploits of Bashville, a resourceful boxer, and his involvement in the affairs of the upper class. Shaw's characteristic wit and sharp social commentary are on full display as he satirizes Victorian society's values and pretensions.
With its blend of humor and social critique, The Admirable Bashville remains a delightful and thought-provoking read for those interested in Shaw's dramatic works and the broader context of early 20th-century literature.
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