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Literary Fiction · LightA student writes a novel about an author writing a novel
At Swim-Two-Birds
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What it is about
A student in Dublin writes a story about an author who writes about his characters, who are rebelling. Flann O’Brien’s 1939 novel is a comic, inventive work.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy literary fiction that puts character and language first, with a light mood and a steady pace. It is a demanding read for patient readers.
Themes: Metafiction · Comedy · Dublin
Screen adaptation
At Swim-Two-Birds (1997)
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About the author
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