Sean O'Casey
The Silver Tassie
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571315185
- author:
- Sean O'Casey
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 12.6 x 1 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Music, Stage & Screen, Performing Arts,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Silver Tassie by Sean O'Casey is a powerful play that explores the devastating effects of war on individuals and society. Set against the backdrop of Ireland during World War One, the story follows a group of men who are reduced to cannon fodder in the trenches. The play's themes of trauma, loss, and the struggle to find meaning in a chaotic world remain hauntingly relevant today. First performed in 1928, this rarely-performed play has been republished with a new introduction that provides valuable context and insight into its history and reception. This edition offers a unique opportunity for readers to experience O'Casey's masterful storytelling and explore the complexities of human nature in the face of unimaginable adversity. With its thought-provoking themes and powerful portrayal of the human cost of war, The Silver Tassie is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in drama, performing arts, or theater.