The Countess Cathleen

Author: Yeats, W. B. (William Butler)

Synopsis:

In "The Countess Cathleen," a small Irish village is struck by a devastating famine, leaving its inhabitants desperate and on the brink of despair. As the people's suffering intensifies, a mysterious figure known as the Devil arrives, offering a Faustian bargain to save their lives. However, when the noble Countess Cathleen learns of the villagers' plight, she must make a heart-wrenching decision that will test her own morality and the limits of sacrifice.

Genres: Drama, Tragedy, Fantasy

Themes: Morality, Sacrifice, Good vs. Evil

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