Publisher's Synopsis
Cathleen Ni Hoolihan is a one-act play written by the renowned Irish poet and playwright, William Butler Yeats. The play was first performed in 1902 and is set during the Irish Rebellion of 1798. The story revolves around a mysterious old woman named Cathleen Ni Hoolihan who appears to a family in rural Ireland, seeking their help in finding her lost sons. As the family becomes more involved in her search, they begin to realize that Cathleen is not who she seems and that her true purpose is to inspire young men to fight for Irish independence. The play is written in both prose and verse and is steeped in Irish mythology and folklore. It explores themes of sacrifice, nationalism, and the power of myth and legend to inspire people to act. The character of Cathleen Ni Hoolihan has become a symbol of Irish nationalism and resistance, and the play has been interpreted as a call to arms for the Irish people to fight for their freedom. Overall, Cathleen Ni Hoolihan is a powerful and evocative play that captures the spirit of Irish history and mythology. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish literature, history, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
