Philip Davison

Background

He was born in 1957 in Dublin, Ireland.

Career

He is perhaps best known for his series of spy novels which follow Harry Fielding"s activities as an understrapper for the MI5. Crooked Manitoba (1997) McKenzie’s Friend (2000) The Long Suit (2003) A Burnable Town (2006) Philip Davison"s play, The Invisible Mending Company (Dublin, The Abbey Theatre, Peacock Stage) was first produced in 1996. He has co-scripted the film dramas Exposure and Criminal Conversation.

Crooked Manitoba was made into a television drama in 2003.

His radio plays include Being Perfect (2004). The Duke (2004); Lennon’s Guitar (2005).

And The Fishmonger (2006).

Works

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  • Twist and Shout

Membership

Aosdána.