# Getting Married explained — Getting Married

> Chapter companion for Getting Married by George Bernard Shaw.

## What happens

A disquisitory play that examines the institution of marriage, its societal implications, and the various perspectives on its necessity and reform.

## Themes in this chapter

### Critique of Marriage as an Institution

The play critically examines marriage as a social construct, questioning its validity and purpose.

### Divorce and Legal Reform

Discussions within the play highlight the need for legal changes to marriage and divorce laws.

## Character check-ins

### The General

Represents traditional views on marriage and authority.

### Lesbia

A character who challenges conventional marriage norms.

### Reginald Hotchkiss

Engages in debate about marriage and personal freedom.

### Collins

Offers pragmatic perspectives on marriage and society.

## Key lines

> Getting Married A Disquisitory Play

The play is structured as a discussion exploring the concept of marriage.

_Sets the tone for the entire work as a debate on marriage._

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/getting_married_se/chapters/getting-married
- Book: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/getting_married_se
- All chapters: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/getting_married_se/chapters