Born in 1873 in Macroom, Co. Cork, Thomas Cornelius Murray was not only a distinguished schoolteacher but also a talented playwright. Embarking on his playwriting journey in 1909, Murray saw the debut of his inaugural piece, 'Wheel of Fortune,' hosted at the Cork Little Theatre. The impact of this play was such that he later reworked it into 'Sovereign Love' in 1913. A pivotal moment in his career came with the staging of 'Birthright' at the Abbey Theatre in 1910, marking his emergence as a master of gritty and sorrowful realism.
 
A notable aspect of Murray's work is his inclination towards using his homeland, County Cork, as the backdrop for many of his plays. His ability to infuse authentic emotion into his narratives is a testament to his enduring influence on the world of dramatic arts.
 
Contents:
Spring...A play in one act
Sovereign Love...A Comedy
The Briery Gap...A Little Tragedy