The Devil's Disciple by Bernard Shaw

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Author Shaw, Bernard, 1856-1950
Title The Devil's Disciple
Note Reading ease score: 84.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Eve Sobol. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary "The Devil's Disciple" by George Bernard Shaw is a play written in the late 19th century. It explores themes of morality, family conflict, and rebellion during the tumultuous period of the American Revolution. The narrative centers around Richard Dudgeon, a character described as the "Devil's Disciple," who navigates the complexities of familial duty and personal ideology against the backdrop of war and societal expectations. The opening of the play introduces us to Mrs. Dudgeon, a stern, pious widow, and her son Christy, who have just received troubling news about their deceased relatives. The atmosphere is bleak, reflecting the Puritan values that Mrs. Dudgeon embodies, and contrasting sharply with the chaotic external world embroiled in revolutionary conflict. As the news unfolds about Richard's estranged family members and his dark reputation as a smuggler, he makes a dramatic entrance that commands attention. Tensions rise as discussions about loyalty, morality, and the implications of the revolutionary spirit unfold, setting the stage for a conflict that promises to challenge the conventions of good and evil. Thus, the beginning draws the reader into the intricate dynamics of the Dudgeon family while hinting at Richard's pivotal role in the impending drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Drama
Subject Burgoyne, John, 1722-1792 -- Drama
Subject Puritans -- Drama
Subject New Hampshire -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Drama
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EBook-No. 3638
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Most Recently Updated Apr 18, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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