Sanctuary: A Bird Masque

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

MacKaye, Percy, 1875-1956

Contributor:

Ege, Arvia MacKaye, 1902-1989

Genthe, Arnold, 1869-1942

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Sanctuary: A Bird Masque" by Percy MacKaye is a lyrical theatrical piece likely written in the early 20th century. This unique work blends elements of drama, poetry, and nature study, focusing on the theme of bird conservation. Set in a fantastical sanctuary, it addresses the plight of wild birds amidst human encroachment and exploitation, calling for empathy and protection for these creatures. The narrative unfolds in a sylvan glade, where characters like Quercus the faun, Alwyn the poet, Shy the naturalist, and Ornis the bird spirit engage in a dialogue about nature and conservation. The quiet sanctuary is threatened by Stark, a plume hunter, whose actions symbolize the destructive forces of greed and exploitation. Through a series of interactions, the characters explore the interconnectedness of humans and birds, leading to Stark's eventual realization of the harm he has caused. The masque culminates in a celebration of unity and the promise of protecting the sanctuary, emphasizing the importance of compassion towards all living beings and highlighting the potential of art to inspire change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Richard Tonsing, Mary Glenn Krause, MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

"This masque was written for the dedication of the bird sanctuary of the Meriden bird club of Meriden, New Hampshire."--Foreword.

Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2018-03-08