Frank O'Connor was a quintessential Irish man of letters, celebrated most for his evocative short stories and candid memoirs. His writing deeply explores the human condition, often drawing from his own life experiences in Cork and reflecting the complexities of Irish identity and history. O'Connor's prose is renowned for its warmth, psychological insight, and authentic portrayal of ordinary lives. He also made significant contributions as a literary critic and translator, bringing Irish poetry to a wider audience with his distinctive voice.
O'Connor's translations are driven by a deep passion to revive Ireland's history, embodying his belief in the importance of reflecting on the past to inform the future. His work seeks to connect contemporary readers with the rich cultural heritage of Ireland, emphasizing the significance of historical narratives in shaping identity and understanding.
Krátké povídky irského autora o dětství a životě v irských městech i na venkově první poloviny 20. století.
The story of the title deals with a little boy named Larry and his feelings towards his father. When his father returns home from World War II, Larry is resentful and jealous of losing his mother's undivided attention, and finds himself in a constant struggle to win back her affections.
The narrative explores the transformative journey of a shy boy from a Cork slum, who discovers a sense of grandeur beyond his immediate surroundings. Through his experiences, the book delves into themes of aspiration and the contrast between humble beginnings and the pursuit of a broader existence. O'Connor's reflections highlight the complexities of his upbringing and the awakening of his dreams, offering insight into the human spirit's resilience and desire for something greater.
Diogenes Verlag, Zrich, 1975/76. 253/151/166/168 S., kart. TBs aus dem Englischen von Elisabeth Schnack. Enthalten sind die Bnde Und freitags Fisch, Mein dipus-Komplex, Don Juans Versuchungen und Brautnacht
A collection of four of O'Connor's short stories, often written from the point of view of a child or an individual outside of society's conventions. They are The Genius, My Oedipus Complex, The Ugly Duckling and Song Without Words.
Irland ist das Reiseziel und Sehnsuchtsland so vieler Europäer geworden, die des Betriebs müde sind und sich in die romantische Wirklichkeit des irischen Lebens flüchten wollen, daß man das 'echte' Irland vor lauter Touristen vielleicht am besten in einem Buch kennenlernt. Und da die Erzählfreude der Irländer bekannt ist, fängt man am besten mit den Meistererzählern an.
The story of Frank O'Connor is that of a shy child from a Cork slum who becomes aware that there is something beyond the confines of his life and the lives around him, something grander. And with resolve and labor, he makes his way toward it. From his childhood to the time of his release from imprisonment as a revolutionary, O 'Connor conveys the moral fortune and the tragic elements of life, that sparked his storytelling—a life he describes as a "celebration of those who for me represented all I should ever know of God."
4 einfühlsame und humorvolle Erzählungen des irischen Meisters der Kurzgeschichte (1903-1968).
