Augustus Does His Bit - Paperback

by George Bernard Shaw (Author)

Augustus Does His Bit is a satirical play written by George Bernard Shaw. The play is set during World War I and follows the story of Augustus, a wealthy and self-centered man who is drafted into the army. Despite his initial reluctance, Augustus eventually becomes a model soldier and rises through the ranks, gaining the respect of his fellow soldiers and superiors. Along the way, Shaw uses Augustus as a vehicle to critique the war effort, the British class system, and the government's handling of the conflict. The play is a biting commentary on the absurdity of war and the sacrifices made by those who are forced to fight it. Through Augustus, Shaw offers a scathing critique of the societal structures that perpetuate war and the need for radical change in the face of such destructive forces.AUGUSTUS. I did not know that I was talking to an imbecile. You ought to be ashamed of yourself. There must be an end of this drunken slacking. I'm going to establish a new order of things here. I shall come down every morning before breakfast until things are properly in train. Have a cup of coffee and two rolls for me here every morning at half-past ten.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.