"e;Back to Methuselah: A Metabiological Pentateuch"e; by George Bernard Shaw is a monumental and thought-provoking play in five acts that delves into the grand tapestry of human existence and evolution. This ambitious work explores the concept of human life from its inception to its potential transcendence, offering a captivating blend of drama, philosophy, and social commentary. The play is divided into five parts, each representing a different epoch in human history. It begins with "e;In the Beginning, "e; where Shaw imagines an encounter between Adam and Eve and the Serpent in the Garden of Eden. Here, Shaw challenges traditional religious narratives and questions the nature of original sin and human nature.
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Table of contents
- Preface
- PART I—In the Beginning
- PART II—The Gospel of the Brothers Barnabas
- PART III—The Thing Happens
- PART IV—Tragedy of an Elderly Gentleman
- PART V.—As Far as Thought can Reach