Faute De Mieux
Faute De Mieux is a play written by George Bernard Shaw that explores the themes of love and marriage. The story follows two couples who are struggling to find happiness in their relationships. Throughout the play, Shaw uses satire and wit to comment on societal expectations and gender roles.
By George Bernard Shaw · First published 1930 · Genre: Philosophical Fiction, Satire, Literary Fiction · 83 words
First lines
In my childhood I demurred to the description of a certain young lady as "the pretty Miss So and So. " My aunt rebuked me by saying "Remember always that the least plain sister is the family beauty."
No age or condition is without its heroes. The least incapable general in a nation is its Caesar, the least imbecile statesman its Solon, the least confused thinker its Socrates, the least commonplace poet its Shakespear.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: George Bernard Shaw
- Date: 1930 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Philosophical Fiction, Satire, Literary Fiction
- Length: 83 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Philosophical Fiction — The text explores philosophical ideas about perception and societal standards.
- Satire — The writing style and themes suggest a satirical examination of societal norms and values.
- Literary Fiction — The focus on character and thematic depth aligns with literary fiction conventions.
Tags
drama · comedy · social criticism · satire · theater · human relationships · morality · class struggle · gender roles · philosophy · dialogue · irony