Lot 1253
Behan, Brendan (1923-1964) Irish playwright and author. Softbound copy of Behan's play "The Hostage" (New York, Grove Press Inc., 92pp), Signed and Inscribed in Gaelic (which he spoke fluently) and English: "To Jim Moran from his friend, Brendan Behan. Christmas 1960," on the title page. The play was staged in Dublin in 1958. As a youth, Behan joined the outlawed Irish Republican Army. He spent years in prison, which he used as fodder for his play "The Quare Fellow." "The Hostage" is set in a disreputable lodging house in Dublin. Some wear to spine and corners of front cover. Rare being signed in both languages.
Estimated Value $650 - 750.
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