What do you know about anti-romantic comedy? [2020] 

An anti-romantic comedy is the opposite of a romantic comedy. It has love and humor. But the love story faces problems from the characters themselves. Their minds and emotions create trouble. It usually does not have a happy ending. The Play “You Never Can Tell” (1898) is anti-romantic because Shaw (1856–1950) satirizes the romantic and idealistic notions about love and life.

Anti-Romantic Comedy: The word “anti” means “against.” Anti-romantic comedy is the opposite of romantic comedy. It rejects false dreams about love and marriage. Shaw uses this form to criticize sentimental love. He laughs at the foolish and unrealistic ideas of lovers. In this play, romance is mixed with reality and human weakness.

Ironical Setting: At the beginning, the story looks romantic. Valentine, a young dentist, falls in love with Gloria. But soon, love becomes a conflict of reason and emotion. The romantic feeling turns into real-life struggle. Shaw’s use of irony exposes the t