Myles na gCopaleen
Myles na gCopaleen, the pen name of Irish writer Brian O'Nolan, was a prominent satirist known for his sharp wit and humorous commentary on Irish society and language. His work often included playful critiques of the Irish language and its complexities, famously expressing his frustration with Dinneen's Dictionary for its alleged obfuscation of meaning. Through his columns, particularly in 'Cruiskeen Lawn,' he employed a unique blend of English and Irish to explore the nuances of language and identity, making him a key figure in Irish literary culture.
Born on Oct 09, 1911 (114 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Ireland | 1 | 4.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 4,692 | $5,100 | 5$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,030,000 | 4,692 | $5,100 | 5$ |
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Ireland:
Myles na gCopaleen is an authentic mid-century modernist who criticized Busáras as merely a 'bust station'.
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Ireland:
Myles na gCopaleen wrote a column about curing himself of national feeling.
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Ireland:
Myles na gCopaleen was a notable Irish writer known for his wit and commentary on society.
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Ireland:
Myles na gCopaleen simplified his name in 1952 for a wider readership.
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Ireland:
Myles na gCopaleen, also known as Flann O'Brien, lampooned Patrick Dinneen for many years.
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Ireland:
Myles na gCopaleen criticized Dinneen’s Dictionary for its lack of clarity in the Irish language.
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