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Discover Flann O'Brien's captivating metafictional masterpiece, *At Swim-Two-Birds*, exploring the chaotic lives of unruly characters that defy their author's intentions. This BRAND NEW B-format paperback, published in 2000 by Penguin UK, spans 224 pages filled with mesmerizing whimsy and clever satire. Set in Dublin, the novel follows a young undergraduate whose penchant for drinking and storytelling leads to absurd encounters with hilarious and unlikely figures. O'Brien's unique blend of Irish poetry, folklore, and comic genius results in a dazzling exploration of identity and creativity, offering a fresh perspective on Irish literature akin to Joyce's *Ulysses*. Enrich your literary collection with this significant work that delves into the comic spirit and intricate narrative techniques. If you appreciated the humor and intricacies of *At Swim-Two-Birds*, consider pairing it with other Penguin Modern Classics, such as Vladimir Nabokov's *Pale Fire*. Immerse yourself in this gloriously imaginative realm, where stories come alive in unexpected ways. Order now for prompt delivery to your doorstep! If you have any questions about our shipping policies or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to our support team.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141182681
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2000
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224
Description:
Flann O'Brien's innovative metafictional work, whose unruly characters strike out their own paths in life to the frustration of their author, At Swim-Two-Birds is a brilliant impressionistic jumble of ideas, mythology and nonsense published in Penguin Modern Classics.
Flann O'Brien's first novel tells the story of a young, indolent undergraduate, who lives with his curmudgeonly uncle in Dubin and spends far too much time drinking with his friends. When not drunk or in bed he likes to invent wild stories peoples with hilarious and unlikely characters - but somehow his creations won't do what he wants them to. A dazzling work of farce, satire, folklore and absurdity that gives full rein to its author's dancing intellect and Celtic wit, At Swim-Two-Birds is both a brilliant comic send-up of Irish literature and culture, and a portrayal of Dublin to compare with Joyce's Ulysses.
Brian Nuallain, (1911-1966), better known by his pseudonym Flann O'Brien, was born in Strabane, County Tyrone, and studied at University College Dublin before joining the Irish Civil Service.
Ifyou enjoyed At Swim-Two-Birds, you might like Vladimir Nabokov's Pale Fire, also available in Penguin Modern Classics.
'This is just the book to give your sister if she's a loud, dirty, boozy girl'
Dylan Thomas
'That's a real writer, with the true comic spirit'
James Joyce, author of Ulysses
'A brilliant, beer-soaked miniature masterpiece'
Time
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141182681
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2000
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224
Description:
Flann O'Brien's innovative metafictional work, whose unruly characters strike out their own paths in life to the frustration of their author, At Swim-Two-Birds is a brilliant impressionistic jumble of ideas, mythology and nonsense published in Penguin Modern Classics.
Flann O'Brien's first novel tells the story of a young, indolent undergraduate, who lives with his curmudgeonly uncle in Dubin and spends far too much time drinking with his friends. When not drunk or in bed he likes to invent wild stories peoples with hilarious and unlikely characters - but somehow his creations won't do what he wants them to. A dazzling work of farce, satire, folklore and absurdity that gives full rein to its author's dancing intellect and Celtic wit, At Swim-Two-Birds is both a brilliant comic send-up of Irish literature and culture, and a portrayal of Dublin to compare with Joyce's Ulysses.
Brian Nuallain, (1911-1966), better known by his pseudonym Flann O'Brien, was born in Strabane, County Tyrone, and studied at University College Dublin before joining the Irish Civil Service.
Ifyou enjoyed At Swim-Two-Birds, you might like Vladimir Nabokov's Pale Fire, also available in Penguin Modern Classics.
'This is just the book to give your sister if she's a loud, dirty, boozy girl'
Dylan Thomas
'That's a real writer, with the true comic spirit'
James Joyce, author of Ulysses
'A brilliant, beer-soaked miniature masterpiece'
Time