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The Well of the Saints; a Play
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781023644297
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 98
Weight: 0.33
Height: 0.20 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
“The Well of the Saints, †a play by John Millington Synge, explores themes of perception, illusion, and the human desire for beauty. Set in rural Ireland, the story centers on an elderly blind couple, Martin and Mary Doul, who are known in their community for their radiant beauty, a perception they hold based on the affirmations of those around them. When a wandering saint restores their sight, they are confronted with a stark reality: they are not beautiful at all, leading to disillusionment and a rejection of the world's superficial values.
Syngeâ€(TM)s poignant drama, written in his distinctive Hiberno-English dialect, delves into the complexities of human relationships and the subjective nature of beauty and happiness. “The Well of the Saints†remains a significant work of the Irish Literary Renaissance, showcasing Synge's talent for capturing the rhythms and spirit of Irish life.
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