Patrick Kavanagh
Patrick Kavanagh was a renowned Irish poet and novelist, celebrated for his poignant reflections on rural life and the complexities of human desire. Born in 1904 in County Monaghan, Kavanagh's work often explores themes of love, longing, and the struggles of the working class. His most famous poem, 'The Great Hunger,' delves into the emotional and social constraints faced by men in rural Ireland, capturing the essence of repressed desires within the context of a rigid social order. Kavanagh's lyrical style and deep introspection have left a lasting impact on Irish literature, marking him as one of the most significant literary figures of the 20th century.
Born on Oct 21, 1904 (121 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Ireland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 4,688 | $5,100 | 5$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,030,000 | 4,688 | $5,100 | 5$ |
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Ireland:
Patrick Kavanagh was detained for 602 days before being moved to a psychiatric facility.
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Patrick Kavanagh opted for a more serene and warm scene in his poem A Christmas Childhood.
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The book takes its inspiration from Patrick Kavanagh's poem Inniskeen Road: July Evening.
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Patrick Kavanagh's book Tarry Flynn was involved in a notable court case that affected his reputation.
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Ireland:
Patrick Kavanagh is referenced for his poem 'Shancoduff', which reflects on the landscape of Ireland.
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Ireland:
Billy Brennan’s barn was immortalised by poet Patrick Kavanagh.
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Patrick Kavanagh was a beloved poet known for his canal bank poems.
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Patrick Kavanagh's dedication to Brendan Behan led to a complicated relationship between the two.
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Patrick Kavanagh is famous for once not attending a dance and later became involved in a ballet production as its author.
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Patrick Kavanagh was barred from Smyth's pub during a confrontation with Brendan Behan.
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