The Philanderer

The Philanderer is a play written by the renowned Irish playwright, George Bernard Shaw. The play was first performed in London in 1905 and explores the themes of love, marriage, and fidelity. The story revolves around Leonard Charteris, a charming and attractive man who is a notorious philanderer. He is engaged to Grace Tranfield, a young woman who is deeply in love with him, but is unaware of his infidelity. When Leonard meets Julia Craven, a strong-willed and independent woman, he finds himself torn between his love for her and his commitment to Grace. As the story unfolds, the characters grapple with the complexities of love and relationships, and Shaw uses his trademark wit and satire to comment on the societal norms of the time. The play also features a cast of colorful characters, including Leonard's outspoken father, a feminist writer, and a doctor who is passionate about eugenics. Overall, The Philanderer is a thought-provoking and entertaining play that delves into the intricacies of human relationships and the societal expectations that shape them. It is a must-read for fans of Shaw's work and anyone interested in exploring the complexities of love and marriage.JULIA. I couldn't bear it any longer. Oh, to see them sitting there at lunch together, laughing, chatting, making game of me! I should have screamed out in another moment--I should have taken a knife and killed her--I should have--(Cuthbertson appears with the luncheon bill in his hand. He stuffs it into his waistcoat pocket as he comes to them. He begins speaking the moment he enters.)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.