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Field and Fair: Translated from the Irish by Cormac Breathnach
Padraic O Conaire
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Pádraic Ó Conaire (1882-1928) was an Irish novelist and short-story writer, known for his contribution to modern Irish literature. Born in Galway city, Ó Conaire lived through the significant socio-political changes of his time, which shaped his works. He moved to London in 1900, becoming involved with Conradh na Gaeilge and the Irish Volunteers. His writing, influenced by Russian authors, tackled themes of isolation, despair, and societal edge. He authored over 400 stories, five plays, and several essays. His notable works include 'Deoraidheacht' and 'M'asal beag dubh'. Despite controversy and personal challenges, his work remains influential.
Pádraic Ó Conaire (1882-1928) was an Irish novelist and short-story writer, known for his contribution to modern Irish literature. Born in Galway city, Ó Conaire lived through the significant socio-political changes of his time, which shaped his works. He moved to London in 1900, becoming involved with Conradh na Gaeilge and the Irish Volunteers. His writing, influenced by Russian authors, tackled themes of isolation, despair, and societal edge. He authored over 400 stories, five plays, and several essays. His notable works include 'Deoraidheacht' and 'M'asal beag dubh'. Despite controversy and personal challenges, his work remains influential.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2023
Publisher
Mercier Press
Condition
New
Number of Pages
82
Place of Publication
Cork, Ireland
ISBN
9781781178522
SKU
9781781178522
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Ref
99-9
About Padraic O Conaire
Pádraic Ó Conaire (1882-1928) was an Irish novelist and short-story writer, known for his contribution to modern Irish literature. Born in Galway city, Ó Conaire lived through the significant socio-political changes of his time, which shaped his works. He moved to London in 1900, becoming involved with Conradh na Gaeilge and the Irish Volunteers. His writing, influenced by Russian authors, ... Read more
Reviews for Field and Fair: Translated from the Irish by Cormac Breathnach
'This translation is an attempt to five readers of English an opportunity of becoming acquainted - not with Padraic O' Conaire's art, which is impossible in translation, but with the things and thoughts that occupied the mind of that rare genius. As the translation, though not strictly literal, is very close to the original, it will be found helpful to ... Read more