John Masefield — John M. Synge: A Few Personal Recollections with Biographical Note

Letchworth, Garden City Press, 1916. Paperback. The poet John Masefield shares memories of his times with fellow poet and playwright John Millington Synge in this limited edition copy. A limited edition copy of John Masefield's recollections of the Irish poet, playwright, and collector of folklore, John Millington Synge. One of only two hundred copies printed. John Millington Synge is best known for his play The Playboy of the Western World, which led to riots in Dublin during its opening run at the Abbey Theatre. The play was poorly received due to its bleak ending, its depiction of Irish peasants, and scenes that idealise parricide. However, in the present work Masefield argues that Synge's view of life stemmed from his ill health, and portrays him as a politically radical, but timid and shy man. John Masefield was Poet Laureate between 1930 and 1967. In the publisher's original paper wraps. Externally, generally smart. There is a small ink mark to the front wrap, with some light handling marks. A little worn at the head and tail of the spine, with some light bumping at the extremities. The glue is visible at the front and rear hinge. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean with the occasional spot. Good . Ill.: None. Good .