Greaves, C. Desmond, Sean O'Casey: Politics and Art, Lawrence & Wishart, 1979.

O'Casey's plays are noted for their political messages. In Greaves's book, the author examines the political climate in which O'Casey grew up and how these experiences influenced O'Casey's works.

Hollis, Daniel Webster, III, The History of Ireland, Greenwood Press, 2001.

Hollis gives a comprehensive overview of Ireland's history, from prehistoric times to 2000. Organized chronologically, the book clearly explains the complex religious and political movements in Ireland throughout the ages. The book also includes a timeline, a list of notable persons in Irish history, and a bibliography.

Kilroy, Thomas, ed., Sean O'Casey: A Collection of Critical Essays, Prentice-Hall, 1975.

Kilroy includes a number of essays on the author, which examine a variety of themes in O'Casey's life and work.

Krause, David, Sean O'Casey: The Man and His Work, Macmillan, 1975.

This critical biography gives an overview of O'Casey's life...