John Bull's Other Island

""John Bull's Other Island"" is a play written by George Bernard Shaw, first performed in 1904. The story follows the character of Tom Broadbent, a young Irishman who has made a fortune in America and returns to his homeland to invest in a new hydroelectric plant. He is accompanied by his business partner, Jack, who is English and sees Ireland as a place of backwardness and superstition. The play explores themes of national identity, cultural clashes, and the tension between progress and tradition. Through witty dialogue and satire, Shaw challenges stereotypes and prejudices of both the Irish and the English, while also presenting a critical view of capitalism and modernity. The play is a commentary on the relationship between Ireland and England, as well as the broader themes of colonialism and imperialism. Overall, ""John Bull's Other Island"" is a thought-provoking and entertaining play that continues to be relevant today.BROADBENT [scared and much upset]. On my word I believe I am, Miss Reilly. If you say that to me again I shan't answer for myself: all the harps of Ireland are in your voice. [She laughs at him. He suddenly loses his head and seizes her arms, to her great indignation]. Stop laughing: do you hear? I am in earnest-- in English earnest. When I say a thing like that to a woman, I mean it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.