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HIS FIRST FLIGHT

Liam O’Flaherty

Presentation by Ms. Sajeena Shukkoor

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Summary of the Story

The short story “His First Flight” by Irish author Liam O’ Flaherty is about a family of seagulls. He narrates vividly how a frightened seagull learns to fly. This story is a metaphorical representation of a human’s need to be independent and confident.

Once a young seagull was standing alone on a rock in the sea. He was very much afraid of flying. His parents taught his sister and two brothers how to fly and dive for fish. They tried their level best to teach the young seagull to fly but in vain. One day his parents thought of a plan. They left him alone without food. The young seagull was maddened with hunger.

Finally, his mother used a piece of fish as an incentive. As he dived for the fish, he fell into space, but instinctively spread his wings and soared. Through this wonderful story, the author provides a psychological insight into life’s problems and the ways of overcoming them by dominating fear.

Prepared by Joy Peter, HSST English

About the Author: Liam O'Flaherty

Liam O’Flaherty (1896–1984) was a leading Irish novelist and short-story writer. His works often combine naturalism with psychological analysis. A veteran of WWI, his varied life experiences as a lumberjack, hotel porter, and wanderer enriched his writing. His famous works include The Informer, Famine, and The Black Soul.

Moral: "To dominate the Fear" is the central idea. The story teaches us the importance of self-confidence and self-reliance in life.