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Synge and the Ireland of His Time is W. B. Yeats’s reflective tribute to John Millington Synge, his friend and collaborator, and a leading figure in the Irish Literary Revival. The work offers a deep exploration of Synge’s life, creative vision, and the cultural and political influences that shaped his writing.Yeats recounts his personal memories of Synge, highlighting his complex personality, his unyielding dedication to authenticity, and his profound connection to the Irish peasantry and landscape. The book delves into Synge’s major works, including The Playboy of the Western World and Riders to the Sea, emphasizing his ability to capture the beauty, humor, and tragedy of Irish rural life.