Flann O'Brien and the European Avant-Garde, 1934–1945: Dublin's Dadaist by Tobias W. Harris (review).

The main focus of the text is Tobias W. Harris's book, *Flann O'Brien and the European Avant-Garde, 1934–1945: Dublin's Dadaist*, which re-evaluates the work of Brian O'Nolan (Flann O'Brien) within the context of the European avant-garde. Harris argues that O'Nolan's contributions to modernism and the avant-garde are deeply influenced by his artistic friendships and the cultural milieu of Dublin, challenging the notion that Irish modernists were insular. The book examines O'Nolan's use of montage as a central technique across his works, drawing comparisons with other avant-garde figures like Borges and Kafka. Harris's analysis highlights the interplay between O'Nolan's literary output and the broader socio-political landscape of the time, making a significant contribution to the field of O'Nolan Studies and modernist scholarship. [Extracted from the article]