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 |
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| 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. |
| Credits |
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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 | Jul 29, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 115 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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