Translations by Brian Friel
"Translations" is a play set in a small Irish village in 1833, exploring themes of language, identity, and cultural conflict. The narrative unfolds in a hedge school where residents, who primarily speak Irish, face the arrival of English soldiers tasked with anglicizing place names as part of a broader effort to map and control the area. The play delves into personal and political tensions that arise from this cultural imposition, highlighting the transformative and often tragic effects of colonial endeavors on local communities and personal relationships. Through its rich, multilingual dialogue, the play examines the profound impacts of language on identity and community cohesion.
The 10029th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1980
- Nationality
- Irish
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 70-100
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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- 66th on The Drama 100 - A Ranking of the Greatest Plays of All Time (Book)