Arms and the Man

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Set against the backdrop of the Serbo-Bulgarian War, this three-act love comedy explores the clash between romantic ideals and the harsh realities of war. Raina Petkoff, engaged to the heroic Sergius, finds herself hiding a Swiss mercenary, Captain Bluntschli, who challenges her perceptions of bravery. As Raina grapples with her feelings, the narrative unfolds to reveal unexpected relationships and truths. By the end, Raina and Bluntschli's engagement signals a shift in values, while Sergius and maidservant Louka navigate their own paths.