The Playboy of the Western World by J.M. Synge

The Playboy of the Western World

J.M. Synge

112 pages • first pub 1907 (editions)

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This revised edition of the play is published alongside commentary and notes by Christopher Collins, Assistant Professor of Drama at the University of Nottingham, UK. It includes information for today's students on the play's context; themes; dram...

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Community Reviews Summary of 579 reviews

Moods

funny 65%
dark 52%
mysterious 26%
reflective 26%
lighthearted 18%
tense 15%
adventurous 13%
emotional 13%
challenging 7%
sad 7%
informative 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

fast 56%
medium 30%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 31% | Plot: 18%

Strong character development?

No: 61% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 12%

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 6% | Yes: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 3%

Average rating

3.26

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