Spike Milligan

author

Irish^[1] b. 13 January 1933, Dublin, Ireland^[1] d. 25 May 2010, London, England^[1] active 1940–2010

Spike Milligan (1933–2010) was a prominent Irish-British comedian, actor, writer, and poet, renowned for his surreal humor and pioneering work in absurd comedy. Born in Dublin, he became a household name in Britain and Ireland during the mid-20th century, particularly for his television and radio appearances. Milligan's comedic style was defined by wordplay, nonsensical narratives, and a unique blend of high and low culture. Beyond his performance career, he was a prolific author of poetry, plays, and humorous literature. His book 'Transports of Delight' is a prime example of his whimsical, surrealist approach to prose. He is often cited as a significant influence on the 'alternative' comedy movement.^[1]

• Surrealism
• Absurdist humor
• Wordplay
• Nonsense literature

Works by Spike Milligan

• 1974 Spike Milligan's Transports of Delight a Lunatic Training for His Certificate of Insanity Sidgwick and Jackson · book · English · ISBN 9780825481141

References

1. Spike Milligan. Wikipedia. 2024 link