An Unsocial Socialist by Bernard Shaw
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"An Unsocial Socialist" by George Bernard Shaw is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story, infused with Shaw's signature wit and social commentary, revolves around the complexities of socialism and individualism, as depicted through a series of engaging interactions among its characters, primarily focusing on young women and their experiences in a college setting. The opening of the novel introduces us to a serene October evening at an English
country house, where Miss Wilson, a sensible woman, monitors the antics of her students, Miss Wylie, Miss Carpenter, and Miss Lindsay. The scene unfolds as the girls hastily descend the stairs amid laughter, creating a lively atmosphere that quickly turns to tension when Miss Wilson reprimands them for breaking the rules. Their playful exchanges transition into moments of conflict, touching on themes of rebellion and the struggle against authority. The interactions between the girls reflect their distinct personalities, setting the stage for further exploration of their relationships and the implications of social norms within the context of their education. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Shaw, Bernard, 1856-1950 |
|---|---|
| Title | An Unsocial Socialist |
| Credits | Produced by Dianne Bean and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Satire |
| Subject | Rich people -- Fiction |
| Subject | Disguise -- Fiction |
| Subject | Socialism -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1654 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-01654-2 |
| Release Date | Feb 22, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 994 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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