The Countess Cathleen
The Countess Cathleen
Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Poem • Fiction
Ireland • Mythic Past
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Countess Cathleen by W.B. Yeats is a play set during a famine in Ireland, focusing on a compassionate noblewoman who encounters demonic beings attempting to exploit the suffering of her community. The narrative explores themes of sacrifice, morality, and spirituality as the protagonist seeks to aid those in need while confronting the forces of evil.
Mysterious
Dark
Melancholic
Fantastical
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Countess Cathleen by W.B. Yeats receives praise for its poetic language and exploration of Irish folklore and spirituality. Critics appreciate its lyrical qualities and imaginative narrative, though some note a lack of dramatic complexity. Despite differing opinions on character depth, it remains a significant work in Irish literary heritage.
Who Should Read The Countess Cathleen?
A reader who enjoys The Countess Cathleen by W.B. Yeats likely appreciates poetic drama with Irish folklore and themes of sacrifice. Fans of Faust by Goethe and Murder in the Cathedral by T.S. Eliot, which feature moral dilemmas and spiritual struggle, would find similar allure in Yeats's work.
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Poem • Fiction
Ireland • Mythic Past
2011
Adult
18+ years
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