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Quotes by Brendan Behan

Born: 9th February 1923, Died: 20th March 1964
Brendan Behan was an Irish dramatist, novelist, poet, and songwriter.
Welcome to our collection of quotes by Brendan Behan. Dive into the insightful and thought-provoking words of this renowned Irish dramatist and writer. Discover Behan's unique perspective on life, love, politics, and the human condition through his witty and often humorous quotes. Immerse yourself in his sharp observations and provocative musings that have captivated audiences for generations. With each quote, Behan's raw and unapologetic voice will both inspire and challenge you to see the world in a different light. Whether you are a fan of his plays, novels, or simply curious about this influential figure, this collection of quotes offers a glimpse into the brilliant mind of Brendan Behan. Let his words leave an indelible impression and ignite your own imagination.

Other people have a nationality. The Irish and the Jews have a psychosis. Read Summary

I have never seen a situation so dismal that a policeman couldn't make it worse. Read Summary

It's not that the Irish are cynical. It's rather that they have a wonderful lack of respect for everything and everybody. Read Summary

If it was raining soup, the Irish would go out with forks. Read Summary

Inspirations never go in for long engagements; they demand immediate marriage to action. Read Summary

If you greatly desire something, have the guts to stake everything on obtaining it. Read Summary

No man can discover his own talents. Read Summary

At the innermost core of all loneliness is a deep and powerful yearning for union with one's lost self. Read Summary

Critics are like eunuchs in a harem; they know how it's done, they've seen it done every day, but they're unable to do it themselves. Read Summary

There is no such thing as bad publicity except your own obituary. Read Summary

I am a drinker with writing problems. Read Summary

I have a total irreverence for anything connected with society except that which makes the roads safer, the beer stronger, the food cheaper and the old men and old women warmer in the winter and happier in the summer. Read Summary

I was court-martialled in my absence, and sentenced to death in my absence, so I said they could shoot me in my absence. Read Summary

It is a good deed to forget a poor joke. Read Summary

What the hell difference does it make, left or right? There were good men lost on both sides. Read Summary

I wish I'd been a mixed infant. Read Summary

Shakespeare said pretty well everything and what he left out, James Joyce, with a judge from meself, put in. Read Summary

If you accept your limitations you go beyond them. Read Summary

The prospect of success in achieving our most cherished dream is not without its terrors. Who is more deprived and alone than the man who has achieved his dream? Read Summary

All publicity is good, except an obituary notice. Read Summary