Back to Methuselah

Summary

«Back to Methuselah» is a play by Bernard Shaw, consisting of five parts that explore themes of evolution, immortality, and human progress. The action begins in the Garden of Eden, where Adam and Eve discuss the future of humanity. The story then moves through various time periods, including the 1920s, the 22nd century, and a distant future. Shaw examines the possibility of extending human life and its impact on society. The play concludes in a utopian future where people live for thousands of years and have reached a new level of consciousness. Shaw uses the play to express his philosophical ideas about human development and the necessity of long-term thinking to achieve true progress.