The Unicorn from the Stars and Other Plays by W. B. Yeats and Lady Gregory

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Author Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939
Author Gregory, Lady, 1852-1932
LoC No. 08016447
Title The Unicorn from the Stars and Other Plays
Note Reading ease score: 92.7 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Contents The Unicorn from the Stars, By Gregory and Yeats.
Cathleen ni Houlihan, By Yeats.
The Hour-Glass, By Yeats.
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Summary "The Unicorn from the Stars and Other Plays" by W. B. Yeats and Lady Gregory is a collection of theatrical works written in the early 20th century. This anthology includes plays that explore themes of Irish culture, spirituality, and the human experience, with "The Unicorn from the Stars" serving as a notable highlight. The characters reflect a blend of everyday life and mystical elements, with a focus on the struggles between the mundane and the transcendent. The opening of "The Unicorn from the Stars" introduces us to Father John and Thomas Hearne in a coach builder’s workshop, where they discuss the mysterious trance affecting Martin Hearne, Thomas's nephew. Martin's visions take him beyond the physical world, hinting at a deeper existential exploration. As the conversation unfolds, it reveals different perspectives on dreams, reality, and the healing powers of faith and prayer, setting the stage for a conflict between the spiritual and the practical. Themes of vision, creativity, and the struggle against societal constraints are woven throughout, suggesting that Martin’s journey will intertwine with larger universal quests for understanding and purpose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Ireland -- Drama
Subject Irish drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 26144
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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