An Irish-born film and stage actor, Donal Donnelly trained at Dublin's Gate theater and later joined the world-famous Abbey Theatre. In addition to playing numerous roles on Broadway and in films, he has established himself as a first-rate narrator. Known fur his inspired interpretations of James Joyce, his spirited, lyrical delivery has made him a listeners' favorite. Reviewers are ecstatic in their praise: "Donnelly could get an Oscar for reading the entries for 'Smith' from a phone directory. His fully voiced rendition is a wonder. His pacing is extraordinary and he brings each character...
Published in 1914 after 10 years of argument with publishers over charges of 'obscenity,' these stories were once described by Joyce as 'a chapter in the moral history of my country.' Their collection in one volume offers a unified vision across the Joyce...[SEE MORE]