Author(s): George Bernard Shaw

Drama

George Bernard Shaw's Heartbreak House is a comedy about the deceptions and meaningless pursuits of England's ruling class. Though the play takes place on the the eve of World War I, the characters, too absorbed in their intrigues, are unaware that a war is about to begin. In this lesson, we will explore the setting, characters, and plot of one of Shaw's most notable plays.

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