John M. Synge: a Few Personal Recollections, with Biographical Notes by Masefield
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"John M. Synge: a Few Personal Recollections, with Biographical Notes by Masefield" is a biographical account written in the early 20th century, capturing the essence of the influential Irish playwright John M. Synge. This book details not just the life of Synge but also the interactions and impressions of those who knew him, particularly through the perspective of English poet John Masefield. The likely topic of the book revolves around the personal
experiences and reflections of Masefield regarding Synge's character, his approach to art, and his observations on life. The text recounts Masefield's first meeting with Synge in London in 1903, presenting a vivid portrayal of Synge's personality as a reserved yet deeply observant individual. Masefield describes Synge's grave demeanor, his unassuming nature, and how he engaged with the world around him primarily as a spectator rather than a participant. The recollections deepen into a reflection of their friendship, encompassing shared discussions on life, art, and the experiences that shaped Synge's writing, particularly his famous plays. The biographical notes highlight Synge’s artistic journey, his love for life in the Aran Islands, and his eventual struggles with health leading to his early death in 1909, providing readers with a rich understanding of both the man and his work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Masefield, John, 1878-1967 |
|---|---|
| Title | John M. Synge: a Few Personal Recollections, with Biographical Notes |
| Credits |
Produced by Andrea Ball, David Starner, Charles Franks, Juliet Sutherland, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Synge, J. M. (John Millington), 1871-1909 |
| Subject | Dramatists, Irish -- 20th century -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 7296 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Mar 23, 2014 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 307 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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