“When I was writing The Shadow of the Glen I got more aid than any learning could have given me from a chink in the floor of the old Wicklow house where I was staying, that let me hear what was being said by the servent girls in the kitchen.”
Quote by John Millington Synge
Work
Playboy of the Western World and Other Plays
This compilation includes the renowned play 'The Playboy of the Western World' alongside other dramatic works, showcasing the author's exploration of themes and characters in the genre of theater. more
Author
John Millington Synge
John Millington Synge was an Irish playwright known for his profound portrayal of rural Irish life. His works are often set in the Irish Gaelic-speaking background, depicting the lives and beliefs of the local people. His most famous works include 'The Playboy of the Western World' and 'Riders to the Sea'. more
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