Funny Irish Writers: An Introduction
Join us for this free taster lecture on funny Irish writers.
What is Irish humour? What makes it distinct from the humour of other cultures? How has it developed over time? And why does Ireland, in particular, seem to have produced so many witty, original, and entertaining authors? This introductory lecture begins to unpack some of the key issues surrounding the development and manifestation of Irish humour in literature with reference to case studies of some of Ireland’s funniest writers, including Paul Howard, Roddy Doyle, Flann O’Brien, Marian Keyes, and Kevin Barry.
Interested parties can book through UCD Lifelong Learning. If you need assistance while booking, please contact UCD.
Dr. David McKinney was awarded a PhD from University College Dublin in 2017, where he also teaches Irish literature and cultural studies.
