Patrick Kavanagh-Tarry Flynn, Published by Devin Adair, New ...

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Patrick Kavanagh-Tarry Flynn, Published by Devin Adair, New York, 1949. This is the actual copy used in the now infamous court case involving Patrick Kavanagh and Brendan Behan. During cross examination Kavanagh denied that they were friends – upon which, a copy of his book Tarry Flynn was exhibited, with attention drawn to his inside cover inscription: “For Brendan, poet and painter, on the day he decorated my flat, Sunday 12th, 1950.” SIGNED. Black and White Photograph of Kavanagh in a rural setting c 1950's. 8.5" X 6.5" ( 3" Tear) Unique

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Auction Date: 3rd Sep 2025 at 10am

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