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"Captain Brassbound's Conversion" by George Bernard Shaw is a thought-provoking play that delves into themes of morality, redemption, and the clash of cultures. Set in North Africa, the play follows the adventures of Captain Brassbound, a rugged and pragmatic sea captain, as he navigates the complexities of honor, justice, and personal transformation. At the center of the story is Lady Cicely Waynflete, a spirited Englishwoman who becomes embroiled in a dangerous conflict in the desert. When her life is threatened by tribal chieftain Sheik Sidi El Assif, Captain Brassbound comes to her rescue, albeit with his own motives in mind. As the drama unfolds, the characters grapple with questions of loyalty, revenge, and the possibility of change. Shaw uses sharp dialogue and biting wit to explore the clash between Western ideals and Eastern traditions, challenging audience members to reconsider their preconceived notions of morality and justice. Through the character of Captain Brassbound, Shaw raises questions about the nature of heroism, the power of empathy, and the potential for personal growth even in the most unlikely circumstances.
DigiCat presents to you this carefully created volume of "THE COMPLETE WORKS OF VIRGINIA WOOLF". This ebook has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Adeline Virginia Woolf (25 January 1882 – 28 March 1941) was an English writer, and one of the foremost modernists of the twentieth century. During the interwar period, Woolf was a significant figure in London literary society and a central figure in the influential Bloomsbury Group of intellectuals. Contents: Content: Novels: The Voyage Out Night and Day Jacob's Room Mrs Dalloway To the Lighthouse Orlando The Waves The Years Between the Acts The Common Reader: Second Series Three Guineas The Death of the Moth and Other Essays The Moment and Other Essays...
Arthur Morrison wrote pioneering realistic narratives about working-class life in London's East End. He is also celebrated for his exciting mystery stories, featuring the detective Martin Hewitt, who served as a natural successor to Sherlock Holmes. This comprehensive eBook presents Morrison’s complete fictional works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts appearing in digital print for the first time and detailed introductions. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Morrison’s life and works * Concise introductions to the novels and other texts * All the novels and story collections, with individual contents tables * Images of how the books were first published,...