Title of Riders to the Sea
Synge’s choice of title is the superb brainwork of his genius. The title “Riders to the sea” is the most significant and symbolic to the thematic journey. The main theme of the play is the conflict between man and the sea. The title is very attractive and thought provoking. The readers are curious to know who the riders are. They will go deep into the sea with the riders. Then the mystery will be revealed and the readers will shed tears. The two riders Barthey and Michael represent the whole riders of the peasant families of Aran Islanders. The real beauty will come out with the fragrance of title. In the play there are two riders — Bartley and Michael. Michael rides on the grey pony and Bartley riders on the red mare. They ride on their horses to the sea. The Sea is the source of their living and dying. The Sea is the giver and taker of their lives. Through the riding of Michael an...

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