His work — difficult and often contentious — was likened to the prose of James Joyce for its sense of place. He was also a translator of ancient texts, including the Tain Bo Cuailnge.His work — difficult and often contentious — was likened to the prose of James Joyce for its sense of place. He was also a translator of ancient texts, including the Tain Bo Cuailnge.Read MoreKinsella, Thomas, Deaths (Obituaries), Poetry and Poets, Books and Literature, Ireland, Temple University