Benedict Kiely
Irish journalist and author
Born
August 15th, 1919
106 years ago
Died
2007
18 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Ireland
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A prominent Irish journalist and author, contributed significantly to literature and media in Ireland. Worked for various newspapers and wrote several novels and short stories. Key themes included Irish culture, history, and landscape. Engaged in literary discussions and helped promote Irish literature through various platforms.
Authored 'The Dark Song'
Contributed to 'The Irish Times'
Published numerous short stories
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