An Unsocial Socialist

Name: An Unsocial Socialist
Author: George Bernard Shaw

An Unsocial Socialist is a novel by George Bernard Shaw that explores the themes of socialism and class struggle in Victorian England. The story follows Sidney Trefusis, a wealthy young man who becomes disillusioned with his privileged life and decides to join the working class movement. Throughout the book, Shaw critiques the capitalist system and advocates for a more equitable society based on socialist principles.

By George Bernard Shaw · First published 1883 · Genre: Socialist Fiction, Political Satire, Romantic Comedy · 18 chapters · 128,243 words

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In the dusk of an October evening, a sensible looking woman of forty came out through an oaken door to a broad landing on the first floor of an old English country-house. A braid of her hair had fallen forward as if she had been stooping over book or pen; and she stood for a moment to smooth it, and to gaze contemplatively -- not in the least sentimentally -- through the tall, narrow window. The sun was setting, but its glories were at the other side of the house; for this window looked eastward, where the landscape of sheepwalks and pasture land was sobering at the approach of darkness.

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Work type: Novel
Author: George Bernard Shaw
Date: 1883 CE
Language: English
Genres: Socialist Fiction, Political Satire, Romantic Comedy, Drama, Literary Fiction
Length: 128,243 words
Structure: 18 chapters, 2,106 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Socialist Fiction — The book primarily explores socialist themes and critiques of capitalism through its plot and characters.
Political Satire — The narrative employs satire to critique political and social systems, particularly focusing on socialism and class structures.
Romantic Comedy — The story includes elements of romance and humor, often using comedic situations to develop character relationships.
Drama — The book contains dramatic elements that highlight personal and ideological conflicts among characters.