1967 The Playboy of the Western World by John Millington Synge-Irish Literary Revival-First Avon Edition
"The Playboy of the Western World" is a three-act play written by Irish playwright John Millington Synge, first performed at the Abbey Theatre, Dublin, on 26 January 1907. The play is a significant work of the Irish Literary Revival movement and is set in a pub in County Mayo during the early 1900s. It tells the story of Christy Mahon, a young man who claims to have killed his father, leading to him becoming a hero in the eyes of the villagers. The play is known for its use of Hiberno-English and its satirical take on Irish braggadocio. It has been adapted for theatre musicals, plays, and films throughout the 20th century. The play's portrayal of the Irish peasantry sparked riots and protests upon its premiere, reflecting the tensions of the time.
In very good condition. Minor shelf wear/corner bends to covers, corners slightly bumped. Clean pages, light age-toning and foxing. Binding tight.
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