The Life of Man: A Play in Five Acts: Play Guide and Free Edition

The Life of Man: A Play in Five Acts is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Andreyev, Leonid (1871–1919). The listed translation credits are Hogarth, C. J. (Charles James) (1869–1942).

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"The Life of Man: A Play in Five Acts" by Leonid Andreyev is a symbolist drama written in 1906. This allegorical work follows Man's journey from birth to death, watched by the mysterious Someone in Grey—a symbol of both an indifferent God and the human mind. Moving through a grey world, Man experiences poverty, wealth, and ruin, struggling blindly against incomprehensible forces. The play explores the meaning of human existence and the tragic futility of life's struggles, presented through abstract characters and stylized scenes.

Book and edition facts

• Title: The Life of Man: A Play in Five Acts
• Author credits: Andreyev, Leonid (1871–1919)
• Catalogue language: English
• Translator credits: Hogarth, C. J. (Charles James) (1869–1942)

Catalogue subjects

• Andreyev, Leonid, 1871-1919 -- Translations into English
• Russia -- Drama
• Russian drama -- Translations into English

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• Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
• Category: Russian Literature

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