Letters to Molly

Discover the poignant love story between renowned playwright John Millington Synge and actress Molly Allgood in "Letters to Molly." This compelling collection, published by Harvard University Press in 1984, spans 368 pages and offers an intimate glimpse into their relationship during a time of great personal struggle. At thirty-five, Synge was deeply in love with nineteen-year-old Molly, unaware that he was battling Hodgkin’s disease, which would claim his life just three years later. Their love letters, penned almost daily, serve as a heartfelt testament to their bond, capturing the essence of a romance that was both passionate and tragically short-lived. While Molly's letters have not survived, Synge's correspondence provides a unique perspective on love, loss, and the fleeting nature of life. Ideal for those interested in biography, Irish drama, and literary correspondence, this collection is a must-read for admirers of Synge's work and lovers of timeless stories.