How did the author decide to weave humor into stories that often deal with heavy themes?
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The Deportees and Other Stories

The Deportees and Other Stories
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How did the author decide to weave humor into stories that often deal with heavy themes?
Did anyone else feel a strong sense of place in these stories, especially the Irish settings?
What inspired the choice to include both humorous and somber stories in this collection?