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The Shewing-up of Blanco Posnet
A Frontier Town's Moral Dilemma: A Playwright's Satirical CritiqueBy Bernard Shaw
Length3h 58m
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In 'The Shewing-up of Blanco Posnet,' Bernard Shaw masterfully blends elements of drama and social commentary to create a captivating exploration of morality and theatricality. Set against the backdrop of a Wild West-style saloon, the play revolves around Blanco Posnet, a would-be outlaw whose fate is dictated by the characters' conflicting ideals of justice, truth, and individualism. Shaw's signature wit and incisive dialogue navigate the tensions between authenticity and performance, illustrating how personal values are often obscured by societal expectations. This multifaceted narrative invites a deeper examination of the human condition within the framework of early 20th-century theatrical movements. Bernard Shaw, a luminary of English literature and a fervent advocate for social reform, was profoundly influenced by the societal upheavals of his time. His experiences as a critic, playwright, and public intellectual fostered a keen awareness of the ethical dilemmas that pervaded society. 'The Shewing-up of Blanco Posnet' reflects Shaw's ongoing engagement with the complexities of character and morality, showcasing his innovative use of absurdity and humor to provoke thought and challenge conventions. For readers seeking a rich tapestry of character-driven storytelling interwoven with sharp social critique, Shaw's 'The Shewing-up of Blanco Posnet' offers a compelling experience. This play not only entertains but also invites audiences to engage critically with the themes of truth and performance, making it an essential read for those interested in theater and the evolution of human values.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length3 hrs 58 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 27, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
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29THE OBJECTION OF COURT ETIQUET
2PREFACE
30WHY NOT AN ENLIGHTENED CENSORSHIP?
3THE CENSORSHIP
31THE WEAKNESS OF THE LORD CHAMBERLAIN'S DEPARTMENT
4A READABLE BLUEBOOK
32AN ENLIGHTENED CENSORSHIP STILL WORSE THAN THE LORD CHAMBERLAIN'S
5HOW NOT TO DO IT
33THE PRACTICAL IMPOSSIBILITIES OF CENSORSHIP
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6THE STORY OF THE JOINT SELECT COMMITTEE
34THE ARBITRATION PROPOSAL: END OF THE FIRST PART OF THE REJECTED STATEMENT.
7WHY THE MANAGERS LOVE THE CENSORSHIP
35THE REJECTED STATEMENT: PART TWO
8A TWO GUINEA INSURANCE POLICY
36THE LICENSING OF THEATRES
9WHY THE GOVERNMENT INTERFERED
37THE DISTINCTION BETWEEN LICENSING AND CENSORSHIP
10THE PEERS ON THE JOINT SELECT COMMITTEE
38PROSTITUTION AND DRINK IN THEATRES
11THE COMMITTEE'S ATTITUDE TOWARD THE THEATRE
39WHY THE MANAGERS DREAD LOCAL CONTROL
12A BAD BEGINNING
40DESIRABLE LIMITATIONS OF LOCAL CONTROL
13A COMIC INTERLUDE
41SUMMARY
14AN ANTI-SHAVIAN PANIC
42PREFACE RESUMED
15A RARE AND CURIOUS FIRST EDITION
43MR. GEORGE ALEXANDER'S PROTEST
16THE TIMES TO THE RESCUE
44ELIZA AND HER BATH
17THE COUNCIL OF TEN
45A KING'S PROCTOR
18THE SENTENCE
46COUNSEL'S OPINION
19THE EXECUTION
47WANTED: A NEW MAGNA CHARTA
20THE REJECTED STATEMENT
48PROPOSED: A NEW STAR CHAMBER
21PART I: THE WITNESS'S QUALIFICATIONS
49POSSIBILITIES OF THE PROPOSAL
22THE DEFINITION OF IMMORALITY
50STAR CHAMBER SENTIMENTALITY
23WHAT TOLERATION MEANS
51ANYTHING FOR A QUIET LIFE
24THE CASE FOR TOLERATION
52SHALL THE EXAMINER OF PLAYS STARVE?
25THE LIMITS TO TOLERATION
53LORD GORELL'S AWAKENING
26THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LAW AND CENSORSHIP
54JUDGES: THEIR PROFESSIONAL LIMITATIONS
27WHY THE LORD CHAMBERLAIN?
55CONCLUSION: AYOT ST. LAWRENCE, 14TH JULY 1910.
28THE DIPLOMATIC OBJECTION TO THE LORD CHAMBERLAIN
56THE SHEWING-UP OF BLANCO POSNET
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