How We Analyze Riders to the Sea

The play highlights the plight of humans in very adverse circumstances, particularly focusing on the relentless cruelty of the sea. It shows human struggle against the elements.

It is said that Synge’s friend William Butler Yeats had urged Synge to travel to the Aran Island and spend a few days there to personally observe the lifestyle of the people living there.

Synge followed his friend’s instructions and went to the Aran Islands. He was fascinated by the way of life of the people living there. He was told a story of a man being washed up on the island of Inishmann.

How We Analyze Riders to the Sea
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Chapter One: Introduction
Chapter Two: Plot Overview
Chapter Three: Major Characters
Chapter Four: Complete Summary
Chapter Five: Critical Analysis