“So Father Ring went off in the lofty mood of a man who has defended a principle at a great sacrifice to himself, but that very night he began to brood and he continued to brood till that sickly looking voluptuary of a ten-shilling note took on all the radiance and charm of a virgin of seventeen.”
This book brings together a diverse array of short stories, showcasing the talents of multiple writers across different genres and styles. more
Frank O'Connor was an Irish writer born on September 17, 1903, and died on March 10, 1966. He is renowned for his short stories, which are deeply influenced by Irish folk tales and mythology. more
“I don’t understand models. They starve… for food.”
“A girl is a hunted animal," I said.”
“Violet wasn't the kind of girl you forgot.”