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(1747-1833) Irish writer. John O'Keefe is known for comedies: "The She-gallant," "The Son-in-law," and "Wild Oats," which is considered one of his best plays. A collection of poems and other works, entitled "O'Keefe's Legacy to his Daughters" was published in 1834, a year after his death.
Review: Wild Oats
John O'Keefe's "Wild Oats" is a riotous comic affair, filled with mistaken identity, love interest, Shakespearean innuendo, and Restoration rakish wit.

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