"The Master" is a play written by Patrick Pearse, an Irish nationalist leader and playwright, and was first performed in 1912. Set in a rural Irish community, the play explores themes of nationalism, identity, and the struggle for independence. The plot centers around a small village schoolmaster, known simply as "The Master," who becomes a symbol of Irish resistance against British rule. As tensions escalate between the villagers and the British authorities, The Master emerges as a charismatic leader, inspiring his fellow Irishmen to rise up against oppression. Through powerful dialogue and vivid imagery, Pearse captures the spirit of the Irish nationalist movement and the longing for freedom. The play serves as both a celebration of Irish heritage and a call to arms for those seeking to reclaim their nation's sovereignty.
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Dieser irische Lehrer, Dichter und politische Aktivist wurde zu einer Schlüsselfigur des Osteraufstands. Seine proklamierte Rolle als 'Präsident der Provisorischen Regierung' der Irischen Republik, obwohl umstritten, machte ihn nach dem Scheitern des Aufstands und seiner Hinrichtung für viele zum Sinnbild der Rebellion. Pearses Schriften, tief verwurzelt in seinen nationalistischen Idealen, erforschen oft Themen wie Opfer, Identität und Freiheitsstreben. Sein literarischer Stil zeichnet sich durch lyrische und symbolische Qualitäten aus und spiegelt seine Vision einer nationalen Wiedergeburt durch den Kampf wider.




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Three Lectures On Gaelic Topics
- 48 Seiten
- 2 Lesestunden
Three Lectures On Gaelic Topics is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1899. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
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COLLECTED WORKS OF PADRAIC H. PEARSE
- 200 Seiten
- 7 Lesestunden
Focusing on the passionate rhetoric and political ideals of Padraic H. Pearse, this collection presents his influential writings and speeches, highlighting his role as a key figure in Irish nationalism. It includes powerful addresses made at significant events, such as the graveside tributes to Wolfe Tone and O'Donovan Rossa, as well as a commemorative lecture on Robert Emmet. The work offers a profound insight into Pearse's idealism and militaristic fervor during the critical years leading up to the 1916 Rising, showcasing his commitment to the Irish Republic.