Ever wonder what happens when a novelist juggles multiple alter egos, languages, and a sharp sense of humor? That was Brian O'Nolan, the Irish writer we remember today on his birthday. O'Nolan is a cornerstone of postmodern literature. Writing under the pen name Flann O'Brien, he gave us English-language novels like At Swim-Two-Birds and The Third Policeman, both celebrated for their bizarre humor and playful, mind-bending narratives. Under the name Myles na gCopaleen, he penned satirical columns for The Irish Times and even an Irish-language novel, An Béal Bocht. Influenced by James Joyce, O'Nolan nonetheless poked fun at the literary giant’s cult-like reputation, famously declaring, "I declare to God if I hear that name Joyce one more time I will surely froth at the gob." Fun fact: his work inspired the likes of Salman Rushdie and continues to enchant readers who love metafiction with a mischievous twist. Building Your Great Collection, One Fine Book at a ...