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Title: Great Catherine (Whom Glory Still Adores)

Note: Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Catherine:_Whom_Glory_Still_Adores

Credits: Produced by Eve Sobol, and David Widger

Summary: "Great Catherine (Whom Glory Still Adores)" by George Bernard Shaw is a comedic play set in the 18th century during the reign of Catherine the Great of Russia. The work, written in the early 20th century, explores themes of power, intrigue, and romantic entanglements within the court of this formidable empress. Rather than focusing on Catherine's extensive political achievements, Shaw presents a satirical and humorous portrayal of her character, emphasizing her personal relationships and the more theatrical aspects of her life. The play revolves around Captain Edstaston, an English officer sent to Russia, who seeks an audience with Catherine. The story unfolds with absurd encounters and exaggerated characters, notably Patiomkin, a boorish but cunning politician, and the flirtatious Varinka, who adds to the comedic situations. As Edstaston navigates the chaotic environment of the Russian court, he becomes embroiled in a series of misunderstandings and comedic escapades, particularly as he faces the whimsical nature of Catherine herself. Through witty dialogue and farcical situations, Shaw highlights the absurdities of court life, ultimately contrasting the trivialities of personal desire against the backdrop of political power. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Shaw, Bernard, 1856-1950

EBook No.: 3488

Published: Oct 1, 2002

Downloads: 180

Language: English

Subject: English drama (Comedy)

Subject: Catherine II, Empress of Russia, 1729-1796 -- Drama

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Great Catherine (Whom Glory Still Adores)

Note: Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Catherine:_Whom_Glory_Still_Adores

Credits: Produced by Eve Sobol, and David Widger

Summary: "Great Catherine (Whom Glory Still Adores)" by George Bernard Shaw is a comedic play set in the 18th century during the reign of Catherine the Great of Russia. The work, written in the early 20th century, explores themes of power, intrigue, and romantic entanglements within the court of this formidable empress. Rather than focusing on Catherine's extensive political achievements, Shaw presents a satirical and humorous portrayal of her character, emphasizing her personal relationships and the more theatrical aspects of her life. The play revolves around Captain Edstaston, an English officer sent to Russia, who seeks an audience with Catherine. The story unfolds with absurd encounters and exaggerated characters, notably Patiomkin, a boorish but cunning politician, and the flirtatious Varinka, who adds to the comedic situations. As Edstaston navigates the chaotic environment of the Russian court, he becomes embroiled in a series of misunderstandings and comedic escapades, particularly as he faces the whimsical nature of Catherine herself. Through witty dialogue and farcical situations, Shaw highlights the absurdities of court life, ultimately contrasting the trivialities of personal desire against the backdrop of political power. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Shaw, Bernard, 1856-1950

EBook No.: 3488

Published: Oct 1, 2002

Downloads: 180

Language: English

Subject: English drama (Comedy)

Subject: Catherine II, Empress of Russia, 1729-1796 -- Drama

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.