Shaw: An Autobiography 1856-1898

Stanley Weintraub. First edition m. NAP. New York: Weybright and Talley, 1969. Both unclipped dust jacket (in a mylar wrapper) and hardcover are in Near Find condition. No writing or markings found in this well preserved copy, 336 pp. 

This richly detailed literary biography draws from George Bernard Shaw’s own letters, diaries, and writings to create a vivid portrait of the playwright’s formative years. Rather than offering a traditional third-person biography, Weintraub skillfully assembles Shaw’s own words into a kind of autobiography, allowing the legendary dramatist and critic to narrate his early life in his signature wit and brilliance.

Covering Shaw’s journey from childhood through the start of his theatrical career, this volume is an essential resource for lovers of theatre, literature, and intellectual history. Stanley Weintraub, a renowned literary historian, provides helpful context and editorial insight throughout.

A compelling and insightful book for readers fascinated by literary giants, Victorian culture, and the roots of creative genius.