The Genius Of Shaw: A Symposium
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A rich work of literary criticism and biography, The Genius of Shaw: A Symposium presents a multifaceted portrait of George Bernard Shaw through the combined insights of some of the most distinguished writers and thinkers of the twentieth century, all assembled under the editorial guidance of Michael Holroyd. Each contributor illuminates a different dimension of Shaw's towering intellect — his wit, his politics, his dramatic craft, and his provocative philosophy — resulting in a portrait that is as dynamic and contradictory as the man himself. The symposium format gives the collection an engaging, conversational energy, as varied voices argue, celebrate, and occasionally challenge the legacy of one of the English-speaking world's most formidable playwrights and public intellectuals. Together, the essays illustrate why Shaw's influence on drama, socialism, and social criticism endured long after his death in 1950, and why his ideas continue to spark debate. This is an indispensable volume for anyone seeking a serious, authoritative, and thoroughly stimulating engagement with Shaw's genius.
Author: Michael Holroyd
Format: Hardback
Published: 1979, Holt, Rinehart and Winston
Genre: Essays
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings
A rich work of literary criticism and biography, The Genius of Shaw: A Symposium presents a multifaceted portrait of George Bernard Shaw through the combined insights of some of the most distinguished writers and thinkers of the twentieth century, all assembled under the editorial guidance of Michael Holroyd. Each contributor illuminates a different dimension of Shaw's towering intellect — his wit, his politics, his dramatic craft, and his provocative philosophy — resulting in a portrait that is as dynamic and contradictory as the man himself. The symposium format gives the collection an engaging, conversational energy, as varied voices argue, celebrate, and occasionally challenge the legacy of one of the English-speaking world's most formidable playwrights and public intellectuals. Together, the essays illustrate why Shaw's influence on drama, socialism, and social criticism endured long after his death in 1950, and why his ideas continue to spark debate. This is an indispensable volume for anyone seeking a serious, authoritative, and thoroughly stimulating engagement with Shaw's genius.