The great Irish humorist and writer Flann O'Brien, aka Brian O'Nolan, aka Myles na Gopaleen, also wrote a newspaper column called "Cruiskeen Lawn." The Best of Myles collects the best and funniest, covering such subjects as plumbers, the justice system, and improbable inventions.
Author Biography
Flann O'Brien (1911-1966), whose real name was Brian O'Nolan, was born in County Tyrone. A resident of Dublin, he graduated from University College after a brilliant student career editing magazine called Blather and joined the Civil Service, where he eventually attained a senior position. His novels include At-Swim-Two-Birds, The Dalkey Archive, The Third Policeman, The Hard Life, and The Poor Mouth, all available from Dalkey Archive Press. Also available are three volumes of his newspaper columns: The Best of Myles, Further Cuttings from Cruiskeen Lawn, and At War.
