Riders to the Sea (illustrated) #879496

Riders to the Sea
By J. M. Synge
A haunting tale of grief, fate, and the power of the sea.
Riders to the Sea is a timeless one-act play by Irish playwright J. M. Synge, first performed in 1904. Set on the remote Aran Islands, this poetic tragedy tells the story of Maurya, an aging mother who has lost her sons to the unforgiving sea—and must now face one final blow.
Drawing from Irish oral tradition, Synge weaves a story rich in sorrow, resilience, and spiritual depth. This short but deeply moving drama explores the eternal struggle between humanity and nature, and the quiet strength of those left behind.
? Why Readers and Performers Love It:

• A powerful one-act play with deep emotional impact
• Rich in Irish culture, language, and tradition
• Explores universal themes of loss, fate, and motherhood
• Popular in literature, theater, and Irish studies programs