Widowers' Houses

Widowers' Houses is a play written by the renowned Irish playwright, George Bernard Shaw. It was first performed in London in 1892, and it is one of Shaw's earliest works. The play follows the story of Harry Trench, a young doctor who falls in love with Blanche Sartorius, the daughter of a wealthy man. However, as Trench begins to learn more about the source of her father's wealth, he becomes increasingly disturbed by the fact that it was earned through the exploitation of poor tenants in his slum properties. The play explores themes of social inequality, morality, and the corrupting influence of money. It is a satirical critique of the Victorian era's social and economic systems, and it challenges the audience to question their own values and beliefs. Shaw uses his signature wit and humor to deliver a powerful message about the importance of ethical behavior, even in the face of financial gain. Widowers' Houses is a thought-provoking and entertaining play that continues to resonate with audiences today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the works of George Bernard Shaw or the social issues of his time.THIS 76 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Plays: Pleasant and Unpleasant The First Volume Containing the Three Unpleasant Plays, by George Bernard Shaw. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417904224.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.