Brendan Behan

Irish poet, short story writer, novelist, and playwright (1923-1964).

Born February 9th, 1923 in Dublin. [ref]

Died March 20th, 1964 at 41 years old in Dublin (diabetes). [ref]

Occupations
journalist, poet, songwriter, writer
Wikipedia

What would life be worth if there were no death? Who would enjoy the sun if it never rained? Who would yearn for the day if there were no night? Glenn Ringtved