The Plough And The Stars by Sean O'Casey
Set against the backdrop of the 1916 Easter Rising in Dublin, the play explores the impact of political upheaval on ordinary lives. It centers on the residents of a tenement building, particularly a young married couple whose relationship is strained by the husband's commitment to the nationalist cause. As the rebellion unfolds, the characters' personal dramas intersect with historical events, leading to tragedy and a poignant examination of the human cost of political conflict. The work critiques romanticized notions of nationalism and heroism, revealing the harsh realities of war and the resilience of the human spirit amidst chaos and loss.
The 5885th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1926
- Nationality
- Irish
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 105
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 51st on The Drama 100 - A Ranking of the Greatest Plays of All Time (Book)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)