Sive by John B. Keane Paperback Play with Introduction and Commentary by Joanna Keane O'Flynn 128 Pages Published 01/05/2009
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Experience the enduring power of Irish theatre with John B. Keane's acclaimed play Sive, presented in this paperback edition featuring an introduction and commentary by Joanna Keane O'Flynn. This compelling drama, first staged in February 1959, delves into a dark narrative of greed, manipulation, and societal pressures. The story centers on Sive, a beautiful young orphan living with her uncle Mike, his wife Mena, and their mother Nanna. A local matchmaker, Thomasheen Seán Rua, orchestrates a plan for Sive to marry the wealthy but elderly Sean Dóta, promising Mike and Mena a considerable sum of two hundred pounds. However, Sive harbors a secret love for Liam Scuab, a young man deemed unsuitable by her guardians. Torn between her own desires and the oppressive will of her aunt and uncle, Sive finds herself in a desperate situation, ultimately leading her to a profound and impactful choice. Set against the backdrop of 1950s Ireland, marked by harsh poverty and challenging times, Sive captivated audiences and sparked considerable controversy upon its debut, eventually securing its place as a cornerstone of Ireland's theatrical canon. The book itself is a paperback publication with 128 pages, released on May 1st, 2009, by The Mercier Press. Its ISBN13 is 9781856356510, and it is classified as a play or playscript. This edition is further enhanced with notes and an introduction by Joanna Keane O'Flynn, the author's daughter and a secondary school English teacher, making it particularly valuable for students preparing for Junior and Leaving Certificate exams. The striking cover artwork, featuring a solitary figure ascending a hill against a stark landscape, visually evokes the play's themes of struggle and destiny.
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Sive by John B. Keane Paperback Play with Introduction and Commentary by Joanna Keane O'Flynn 128 Pages Published 01/05/2009 is a product from Mercier Press, currently listed by 3 Irish retailers on GetLocal (3 offers in total). Prices range from €12.00 to €15.50 depending on retailer.
Retailers commonly describe it as: paperback, irish literature, drama and new edition with notes.
It can be bought from local retailers in Kerry, Tipperary and Cork, and is currently marked in stock by at least one seller.
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It is currently listed by 3 Irish retailers on GetLocal, with 3 offers in total.
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Prices range from €12.00 to €15.50 depending on the retailer. See the full list of offers above, sorted from cheapest.
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