{"product_id":"heartbreak-house-paperback","title":"Heartbreak House - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBernard Shaw\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeartbreak House by Bernard Shaw presents a satirical critique of European society on the brink of World War I, focusing on the emptiness of the upper classes. The story takes place in an eccentric, disordered household, symbolizing the moral decay and ignorance prevalent among the elite. The characters, caught in their own petty disputes and disconnected from the realities of the world around them, embody a society detached from responsibility and meaningful action. Their lives are marked by idleness, with individuals more concerned about their own trivialities than the impending dangers of war. A sense of familial disarray pervades the narrative, as interactions between relatives reflect emotional detachment and estrangement. The eccentric behavior of a family patriarch highlights the absurdities of their lives, and the mundane squabbles between family members reveal deeper flaws in their connections. Through sharp wit and social commentary, the play critiques the apathy and superficiality of those in power. It explores the contrast between a world filled with luxuries and comforts, yet devoid of purpose and awareness, reflecting a broader disillusionment with societal values just before the onset of global conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.31 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 01, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48925520232676,"sku":"9789369423644","price":24.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0850\/8132\/files\/L3QYw8naGz9789369423644.webp?v=1778778745","url":"https:\/\/triumviratebooks.com\/hr\/products\/heartbreak-house-paperback","provider":"Triumvirate Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}