Short Fiction of Flann O'Brien
- 159 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Presents a collection of short stories and part of an unfinished novel by the Irish writer. 5 of the stories have been translated from Irish.
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October 5, 1911 – April 1, 1966
This Irish author is considered a pivotal figure in twentieth-century Irish literature, renowned for his novels that blend bizarre humor with modernist metafiction. His work is celebrated for its intricate wordplay and philosophical depth, offering sharp, often ironic, commentary on society and the human condition. The author masterfully navigates various literary traditions, creating a distinctive voice that is both intellectually stimulating and wildly entertaining. His profound engagement with Irish culture and language contributes to a unique literary output that continues to captivate readers.
- 2013
- 2012
Myles Away from Dublin
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Writing his column Bones of Contention for the Nationalist and Leinster Times, the author took on the character of the quizzical and enquiring humorist who might be found in a respectable public house in Carlow: erudite, urbane and informative.
- 2012
Myles Before Myles
- 280 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Presents a selection of writings from the pen of Brian O'Nolan (aka Flann O'Brien, Myles na Gopaleen, George Knowall). This title reveals that some of his wittiest and most unusual were published years before Myles na Gopaleen (or Flann O'Brien) had even been born, and were destined to lie in almost complete obscurity for many decades.
- 2010
Various Lives of Keats and Chapman
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
The fictional escapades of Chapman and Keats, based on the translator of Homer and the key Romantic poet respectively, that make up this volume highlight the extraordinary talent of Flann O'Brien.
- 2007
The Dalkey Archive
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
From the author of the classic novel `At-Swim-Two-Birds' comes this ingenious tale which follows the mad and absurd ambitions of a scientist determined to destroy the world.
- 2007
In the five novels by Ireland's greatest comic writer we can explore the full range of his invention, from the multi-layered madness of At Swim-Two-Birds to the piercing realism of The Hard Life and the surreal logic of The Third Policeman.
- 1988
The Poor Mouth
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
The classic satire from the renowned comic and acclaimed author of `At Swim- Two-Birds' - Flann O'Brien.