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The Cripple Of Inishmaan
Martin Mcdonagh
A Skull In Connemara
by Martin Mcdonagh
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Readers find "A Skull In Connemara" to be a compelling dark comedy that deftly mixes humor with emotional depth. Many appreciate McDonagh's sharp dialogue and the unique premise, although some feel it lacks the impact of his other works. The play's exploration of rural Irish life and its quirky characters resonate well with audiences, making it an intriguing read.
Sharp and witty dialogueEngaging dark humorInteresting premise and charactersWell-balanced mix of comedy and dramaTranslation issues notedSome felt it lacked a strong direction
Synopsis
Winner 1996 Evening Standard Award for Most Promising Playwright; Winner 1996 George Devine Award for Most Promising Playwright
For one week each autumn, Mick Dowd is hired to disinter the bones in certain sections of his local cemetery, to make way for new arrivals.
As the time approaches for him to dig up those of his own late wife, strange rumours regarding his involvement in her sudden death seven years ago gradually begin to resurface.
Publication
PublisherMethuen
Year1997
BindingPaperback
Pages96
PlaceLondon
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780413719706
ISBN-100413719707
eISBN-139781472539243
LCCN98193506
LCCPR6063.C377 S57 1997
DCC822/.914
A Skull In Connemara is a British play written by Martin Mcdonagh and published by Methuen in London (1997).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, Google Play (eISBN 9781472539243).
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