Friel, Brian

Translations (Faber Paperbacks)

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ISBN 13:
9780571117420
author:
Friel, Brian
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Faber & Faber
language:
English
Publication Year:
1981
Pages:
72
Dimensions:
12.95 x 0.76 x 19.56 centimetres
Genre:
Drama texts: from c 1900 -
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£10.70

Description

Brian Friel's Translations A Play explores the personal and cultural impact of a seemingly administrative action. In 1833, a detachment of the Royal Engineers arrives in County Donegal to conduct the first Ordnance Survey, recording local Gaelic place names into English. As the survey progresses, the lives of a small community are subtly yet profoundly affected. The play skillfully reveals the far-reaching consequences of this operation, shedding light on the complexities of identity, culture, and belonging. Through its thoughtful examination of the human experience, Translations A Play offers a nuanced and thought-provoking portrayal of life in a small Irish-speaking community. With its concise and powerful storytelling, this play invites readers to reflect on the intricate relationships between language, place, and people.

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