John Millington Synge: Hero of the Outback

John Millington Synge is one of the great Irish authors of the 20th century, and although not as well known as James Joyce or Samuel Beckett, he is of the same ilk. His sarcastic humour and penchant for extreme situations also point to an affinity with contemporary Irish and international playwright Martin McDonagh. We offer an archival treatment of his most famous comedy, The Hero of the West (later more often referred to as The Hero of the West). The story of Christy Mahon, an outsider on the run from the law, who against his will becomes a hero and the darling of women.