"Two Sad Goodbyes"

While reading "Poets & Writers" magazine, I was saddened to learn of the passing of two writers I very much admired: Frank Delaney and David Storey. Delaney was an author, journalist and broadcaster whose podcast, "Re: Joyce," which analyzed "Ulysses" literally line by line, was an absolute joy to listen to. Delaney's Irish wit and intelligence made deconstructing James Joyce a delight. David Storey's novel "This Sporting Life," which he adapted for the screen, garnered Oscar nominations for Richard Harris and Rachel Roberts. It is a tough, heartbreaker of a film that I loved. I also had the pleasure of seeing two of his plays on the Broadway stage: "Home" with John Gielgud and Ralph Richardson and "The Changing Room" with John Lithgow.
Two artists deserving of a lasting and restful peace.