Publisher's Synopsis
""Seven Short Plays By Lady Gregory"" is a collection of plays written by Lady Gregory, an Irish dramatist, folklorist, and theatre manager. The book contains seven plays, each with a unique plot and characters. The plays included are: ""The Rising of the Moon"", ""The Jackdaw"", ""Hyacinth Halvey"", ""The Workhouse Ward"", ""The Travelling Man"", ""The Gaol Gate"", and ""The Workhouse Donkey"". The plays are set in rural Ireland and explore themes such as Irish nationalism, social class, and the struggle for independence. Lady Gregory's writing is known for its strong characterization and use of Irish dialect. Each play is relatively short, making them easy to read and perform. Overall, ""Seven Short Plays By Lady Gregory"" is an excellent collection for those interested in Irish drama and literature. The plays are well-written, engaging, and offer a unique insight into Irish culture and history.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.