“When the parish priest rebuked him for his celibacy, saying it would lead him into debaucheryand sin, hesaid that a man who had to be muzzled bya wife as a protection against debauchery was not worthy of the joy of innocence. After that people began to treat him with priestly respect.”
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Liam O'Flaherty
Irish novelist known for his portrayal of the underclass. O'Flaherty's works often focus on the social realities of Ireland and Britain, revealing issues such as poverty, unemployment, and class struggle. more
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