Arms and the man
Subtitle: a pleasant play
By: George Bernard Shaw ; edited by J.P. Wearing
Contributors: Wearing, J. P.
Series: New mermaids
Publisher: Methuen Drama
Published: 2008
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Number of pages: 117
Subjects: Serbo-Bulgarian War, 1885; Drama; Italians; Soldiers
Description: 'Arms and the Man' has proved one of Shaw's most popular plays challenging notions of romance, bravery, cowardice, patriotism and loyalty. This critical edition features numerous notes, an extended introduction exploring the play's theatrical and historical context, critical reactions, as well as Shaw's original preface.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.