Brian O'Nolan

Irish author and satirist of At Swim-Two-Birds

Brian O'Nolan - Irish author and satirist of At Swim-Two-Birds
Born

October 5th, 1911
113 years ago

Died

April 1st, 1966
58 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Ireland

Links & References

An influential Irish author, contributions included novels, essays, and plays. Primarily wrote under the pen name Flann O'Brien, showcasing a unique style that blended humor and surrealism. At Swim-Two-Birds, published in 1939, exemplified this distinctive literary voice. Worked as a civil servant for much of life, juggling writing with employment. Later writings included The Third Policeman, which further highlighted innovative narrative techniques.

Authored At Swim-Two-Birds

Published The Third Policeman

Contributed essays to The Irish Times

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