Dublin author James Plunkett dies

Dublin author James Plunkett - best known for his epic novel 'Strumpet City' - passed away in a nursing home today at the age of 83.

Dublin author James Plunkett dies
Wed, 28 May, 2003 - 12:18

Dublin author James Plunkett - best known for his epic novel 'Strumpet City' - passed away in a nursing home today at the age of 83.

James Plunkett was born in 1920 and educated at Synge Street Christian Brothers School and the Municipal School of Music.

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