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George Bernard Shaw's "In Good King Charles's Golden Days" is a thought-provoking play that intertwines the themes of governance, morality, and the complexities of human intellect during the tumultuous 17th century. Set in the court of Charles II, Shaw employs his signature wit and incisive dialogue to explore the dynamics between the characters and their philosophical debates on power and ethics. The play, infused with historical context and social commentary, reflects Shaw's keen observations of society, allowing readers to engage with the sometimes paradoxical ideas about freedom and authority, as well as the influential figures that shaped the era. Shaw, a prominent playwright and critic...
This antiquarian volume contains 'In Good King Charles' Golden Days', a play in two acts by George Bernard Shaw. It is a wonderful restoration comedy and a discussion on the nature of power and wealth between King Charles II, Isaac Newton, George Fox and Godfrey Kneller. It is sure to appeal to discerning fans of restoration theatre and collectors of Shaw's seminal work. George Bernard Shaw (1856 – 1950) was an Irish playwright who co-founded the London School of Economics. We are republishing this vintage book now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a new prefatory biography of the author.
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