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Seumas Macmanus

    Seumas MacManus fut un dramaturge, poète et écrivain prolifique d'histoires populaires irlandaises, jouant un rôle clé dans l'essor de la littérature nationaliste irlandaise. Son œuvre est profondément enracinée dans le folklore et la culture irlandais, qu'il anime à travers des personnages vibrants et des récits captivants. MacManus mêle magistralement humour, tragédie et une touche de magie pour créer des contes intemporels qui résonnent avec les émotions profondes de l'expérience humaine. Son écriture témoigne de l'esprit durable du peuple irlandais et de sa riche tradition narrative.

    A Lad of the O'Friels
    The Story of the Irish Race; a Popular History of Ireland
    The Humours of Donegal
    Lo, And Behold Ye! (1917)
    Donegal Fairy Stories
    Through the Turf Smoke: Love, Lore and Laughter of Old Ireland
    • The Humours of Donegal

      • 164pages
      • 6 heures de lecture

      First published in Ireland in 1906, 'The Humours of Donegal' is a collection of stories and sketches drawing on the author's experiences growing up in County Donegal. With humour and insight, MacManus paints a vivid picture of everyday life in rural Ireland at the turn of the 20th century.

      The Humours of Donegal
    • The Story of the Irish Race is an epic history of Ireland, spanning from the earliest mythological accounts to the modern era. Written by the Irish folklorist Seumas McManus, this book is a masterpiece of storytelling, drawing on both oral tradition and scholarly research to create a thrilling narrative of Irish history. With its vivid characters, dramatic events, and timeless themes, The Story of the Irish Race is a must-read for anyone interested in the Emerald Isle.

      The Story of the Irish Race; a Popular History of Ireland
    • The Bend of the Road

      • 312pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      Set in the rugged countryside of Ireland, The Bend of the Road is a heartwarming tale of struggle and resilience. The story follows the experiences of a young woman as she navigates the many twists and turns of life, ultimately finding her place in the world.

      The Bend of the Road