"Arms and the Man" by George Bernard Shaw is a delightful and satirical play that offers a comedic exploration of war, love, and societal expectations. Set during the Serbo-Bulgarian War in the late 19th century, the play introduces audiences to a cast of colorful characters whose beliefs and ideals are put to the test. The story revolves around Raina Petkoff, a romantic young woman engaged to the dashing Sergius Saranoff, a heroic Bulgarian officer. Raina idolizes Sergius for his supposed bravery in battle and his gallant demeanor. However, their perceptions are challenged when a Serbian soldier, Captain Bluntschli, seeks refuge in Raina's bedroom after deserting the battlefield. To her surprise, she discovers that Bluntschli is a pragmatic and unromantic man, more interested in chocolate and survival than in ideals of heroism.
© 2006 L.A. Theatre Works (Livre audio ): 9781580815345
Date de sortie
Livre audio : 1 décembre 2006
Mots-clés
"Arms and the Man" by George Bernard Shaw is a delightful and satirical play that offers a comedic exploration of war, love, and societal expectations. Set during the Serbo-Bulgarian War in the late 19th century, the play introduces audiences to a cast of colorful characters whose beliefs and ideals are put to the test. The story revolves around Raina Petkoff, a romantic young woman engaged to the dashing Sergius Saranoff, a heroic Bulgarian officer. Raina idolizes Sergius for his supposed bravery in battle and his gallant demeanor. However, their perceptions are challenged when a Serbian soldier, Captain Bluntschli, seeks refuge in Raina's bedroom after deserting the battlefield. To her surprise, she discovers that Bluntschli is a pragmatic and unromantic man, more interested in chocolate and survival than in ideals of heroism.
© 2006 L.A. Theatre Works (Livre audio ): 9781580815345
Date de sortie
Livre audio : 1 décembre 2006
Mots-clés
Entrez dans un monde infini d'histoires
Note globale basée sur les notes 12
Drôle
Réconfortant
Agréable
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