Publisher's Synopsis
The Land of Heart's Desire is a play written by the renowned Irish poet and playwright, William Butler Yeats. The play is set in the rural countryside of Ireland and follows the story of a young couple, Maire and Shawn, who are about to be married. However, their plans are disrupted by the arrival of a fairy called Aengus, who offers Maire the chance to escape her mundane life and join him in the magical land of the fairies. As Maire is torn between her love for Shawn and her desire for adventure, the play explores themes of love, desire, and the supernatural. Yeats draws on Irish folklore and mythology to create a mystical and enchanting world that blurs the lines between reality and fantasy. The Land of Heart's Desire is a short play that can be read in one sitting, but its poetic language and evocative imagery make it a rich and rewarding experience. It is a classic of Irish literature and a testament to Yeats' skill as a writer and his deep connection to his homeland's culture and traditions.MAURTEEN. And maybe it is natural upon May Eve To dream of the good people. But tell me, girl, If you've the branch of blessed quicken wood That women hang upon the post of the door That they may send good luck into the house? Remember they may steal new-married brides After the fall of twilight on May Eve, Or what old women mutter at the fire Is but a pack of lies.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.
