The Devil's Disciple - Softcover

Shaw, Bernard

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9376392361 ISBN 13: 9789376392360

Publisher: Double 9 Books, 2025

Synopsis

The devil's disciple presents a dramatic exploration of defiance, shifting loyalties, and the struggle to define personal integrity during a time of political upheaval. The play opens within a rigid household shaped by severe moral expectations and an atmosphere of restrained emotion, contrasting sharply with the unrest gathering outside. News of distant relatives and troubling family histories sets a somber tone, revealing strained relationships and a deep divide between outward piety and internal conflict. The arrival of a rebellious figure disrupts this tense environment, exposing the fragile balance between obedience and independent belief. Early conversations revolve around duty, judgment, and the growing force of revolutionary ideas, highlighting how societal pressures can blur distinctions between virtue and wrongdoing. As tensions escalate, the narrative invites reflection on how individuals confront inherited values, question imposed identities, and choose their paths amid rising turmoil. The opening establishes a world in which confrontation becomes inevitable, setting the stage for a broader examination of courage, sacrifice, and the shifting boundaries of morality.

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About the Author

George Bernard Shaw, known simply as Bernard Shaw, was an Irish playwright, critic, polemicist, and political activist, born on July 26, 1856, in Dublin, Ireland. Shaw's influence spanned several decades, with his contributions to Western theatre, culture, and politics shaping thought from the 1880s through to his death in 1950. His plays, known for their sharp wit, social commentary, and intellectual rigor, tackled a wide range of issues, including class, gender, and the failures of society and government. He won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1925, which recognized his profound impact on literature and theatre. Throughout his career, Shaw remained deeply involved in political causes, advocating for social reforms, and his works often reflected his progressive views. His legacy is marked by a combination of literary innovation and commitment to social justice, and he is regarded as one of the most influential playwrights of the 20th century. Shaw passed away on November 2, 1950, at the age of 94 in Ayot Saint Lawrence, United Kingdom, leaving behind a lasting imprint on both literature and political thought.

Edition details

• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9376392361
• ISBN 13: 9789376392360
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 100