At Swim-two-birds

Discover Flann O'Brien's imaginative tour de force, 'At Swim-Two-Birds', a timeless B-format paperback published by Penguin Modern Classics. This mesmerizing 224-page novel, first released in 2000, intricately blends mythology, satire, and humor, showcasing O'Brien's unique voice and Celtic wit. Set in Dublin, follow the comedic escapades of a young, aimless undergraduate living with his cranky uncle while indulging in drinking binges and spinning outrageous tales. The characters he invents break free, defying literary conventions and blurring the lines between fiction and reality. As you delve into this brilliant literary work, you'll experience a rich tapestry of irony and absurdity that rivals the brilliance of Joyce's 'Ulysses'. Perfect for fans of innovative storytelling and metafiction, 'At Swim-Two-Birds' is a must-have addition to any bookshelf. With enticing reviews like 'A beer-soaked miniature masterpiece' from Time magazine and accolades from literary giants such as James Joyce, this novel promises to entertain and challenge your mind. Enhance your collection with this exceptional piece of Irish literature, available at Smartfox NZ. Plus, enjoy the benefit of FREE shipping, making this a great literary find! Order your copy today and explore the depth of Flann O'Brien's humor and intellect.

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


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