The Irrational Knot by Bernard Shaw
"The Irrational Knot" by George Bernard Shaw is a novel written in the early 20th century, specifically in the late 19th century during Shaw's formative years as a writer. This book explores themes of class, morality, and the complexities of human relationships, using characters that represent a cross-section of society and its values. Central to the story is Conolly, an Irish-American electrical engineer whose interactions with society reveal the tension between socialambition and the constraints of class and personal ethics. The opening of "The Irrational Knot" sets the stage for the story by introducing Conolly as he prepares for a concert at which he will perform. This moment establishes his character—confident and competent in his art. The scene shifts between Conolly and a young woman named Elinor, who is portrayed as both intriguing and critical of her surroundings. Through their interactions, Shaw exposes the characters' nuances and the social commentary inherent in their exchanges, hinting at deeper explorations of self-identity, aspiration, and the tangled web of social expectations. This beginning effectively lays the groundwork for a narrative that examines human connections and the irrationalities that bind individuals in both personal and societal contexts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Shaw, Bernard, 1856-1950 |
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| Title | The Irrational Knot Being the Second Novel of His Nonage |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Rick Niles, John Hagerson and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Social classes -- Fiction |
| Subject | Marriage -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11354 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 149 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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