Brian Friel Quotes

A collection of quotes by Brian Friel.

Brian Friel was an Irish playwright and short story writer born on January 9, 1929, in Omagh, Northern Ireland. He is known for his immense contribution to Irish literature, particularly for his plays such as "Dancing at Lughnasa," "Philadelphia, Here I Come!," and "Translations." Friel's works often explored themes of identity, memory, and the impact of colonialism on Irish society. His unique storytelling style and ability to capture the nuances of human emotions made him one of Ireland's most celebrated playwrights. Friel passed away on October 2, 2015, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the world of theater.

It is not the literal past, the facts of history, that shape

It is not the literal past, the facts of history, that shape us, but images of the past embodied in language.

Brian Friel

Past

People with a culture of poverty suffer much less from repre

People with a culture of poverty suffer much less from repression than we of the middle class suffer and indeed, if I may make the suggestion with due qualification, they often have a hell of a lot more fun than we have.

Brian Friel

Prejudice