c1911 Collected Works Of Bernard Shaw 6 Volume British Fiction Book Collection

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c1911 Collected Works Of Bernard Shaw 6 Volume British Fiction Book Collection

A 6 Volume Collection Of The Works Of Bernard Shaw
Publisher Constable & Company Ltd: London
  • Heartbreak House, Great Catherine, and Playlets of the War - 1919 1st Edition 1st Impression
  • John Bull's Other Island and Major Barbara, also, How He Lied To Her Husband - 1911 1st Edition 4th Impression
  • The Doctor's Dilemma, Getting Married, & The Shewing Up of Blanco Posnet - 1913 1st Edition 3rd Impression
  • Misalliance, The Dark Lady Of The Sonnets and Fanny's First Play. With A Treatise On Parents & Children - 1914 1st Edition 1st Impression
  • Back To Methuselah, A Metabiological Pentateuch - 1921 1st Edition 1st Impression
  • Translations & Tomfooleries - 1926 1st Edition 1st Impression
"George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950), known professionally as Bernard Shaw, was a towering figure in modern literature and drama. Born in Dublin, Ireland, he moved to London in 1876 and embarked on a rigorous self-education that shaped his career as a playwright, critic, and political thinker. Shaw wrote over sixty plays, blending satire, social critique, and philosophical inquiry. His works—such as Man and Superman, Major Barbara, Saint Joan, and Pygmalion—challenged Victorian norms and introduced a new realism to English-language theatre. In 1925, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature for his contributions to drama and letters, and in 1938, he won an Academy Award for the screenplay adaptation of Pygmalion.

Beyond the stage, Shaw was a passionate political activist and a leading voice in the Fabian Society, advocating for democratic socialism and gradual reform. He was known for his sharp wit, contrarian views, and fearless engagement with controversial topics, including eugenics, organized religion, and British imperial policy. Though often provocative, his intellectual rigor and moral conviction earned him lasting respect. Shaw refused all state honors, including the Order of Merit, and remained prolific until his death at age 94. His legacy endures not only through his plays but also through the term "Shavian," which encapsulates his distinctive blend of humor, critique, and idealism."

Minor wear and fading to covers as shown. The Heartbreak House volume has some foxing present. Other volumes clean. Binding is strong and there are no loose pages in any volume. Very good condition overall. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.

Size 18cm x 13cm x 3.5cm x 6 books

PRODUCT DETAILS


Condition: Very good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "6 Volume Collection Of Multiple Books"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Minor wear and fading to covers as shown. The Heartbreak House volume has some foxing present. Other volumes clean. Binding is strong and there are no loose pages in any volume. Very good condition overall. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.
Language: English
Author: Bernard Shaw
Publisher: Constable & Company Ltd: London
Year Printed: 1911
Sub-subject: Bernard Shaw