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Translations - Character Study Manus * Manus is the son of Hugh, brother of Owen and a teacher at the hedge school. * At first there is a great contrast between the brothers, however, as the play progresses it is apparent that they have adopted each others characteristics. Manus has strong views on the re naming of Irish towns but they are very different to those belonging to Owen. Manus is angry with the English belief that the Irish town names are "incorrect" whereas Owen considers it to be "only a name" * Manus is described as having a "zeal" for teaching and this supported by his relationship with Sarah. It is clear that Sarah has deeper feelings for Manus than a regular teacher and student relationship. "She smiles in shy, embarrassed pleasure." (P.3). Manus also appears to truly care for Sarah and it is debatable whether one of Manus' reasons for leaving the...

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