Man and Superman

Style and Technique

Bernard Shaw's play «Man and Superman» is written in his characteristic style, blending wit, satire, and philosophical reflections. Shaw uses dialogues as the primary tool for character and idea development, allowing him to deeply explore themes such as social norms, love, and human nature. The language of the play is rich and varied, with elements of irony and sarcasm that highlight the author's critical view of society. Literary devices include allusions to philosophical and literary works, as well as the use of paradoxes to provoke thought in the audience. The structure of the play is unusual: it includes the inserted play «Don Juan in Hell», which serves as the philosophical core of the work and allows Shaw to explore the concept of the superman. This insertion stands out as a separate part but is closely linked to the main theme of the work, creating a multi-layered narrative that requires active engagement and reflection from the audience.