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Who was Liam Ó Flaithearta?

Liam Ó Flaithearta (O’Flaherty in English) was a bold voice in early 20th century Irish writing, being a groundbreaking author for both his style and his political views. During his lifetime he achieved many firsts for an Irish novelist and short story writer, including the first Irish anti-war novel, the first serious artistic consideration of the Great Famine, the first (and perhaps only) expressionist play to be written in Irish, and the first book to be banned by the Censorship of Publications Board.