Perhaps Stephen Flaherty tells the story to entertain, inspire, or educate others. It could be a combination of these reasons, or he might have a very personal motivation that only he truly knows.
As I don't know the works of Flaherty Man, I can't say for sure. But generally, good short stories often have vivid characters, a concise plot, and a strong theme. Maybe Flaherty Man's stories also follow these patterns.
One main theme is the horror of war. It shows how war can make people kill their own kind without even knowing. Another theme is the idea of survival. The sniper has to do whatever it takes to stay alive during the battle.
The main plot is about a Republican sniper during the Irish Civil War. He is on a rooftop in Dublin. He faces an enemy sniper across the street. There is a tense battle of wits and shooting between them. In the end, he discovers that the enemy he has killed is his own brother.
Typical characters include fishermen. Given the Irish coastal setting in many of his works, fishermen are common, facing the perils of the sea. There are also poor farmers. They struggle with the land, trying to eke out a living from it.
One main theme is the struggle for survival. In many of his stories, characters face harsh natural elements and difficult living conditions, which forces them to fight for their lives. Another theme is the human connection to the land. The Irish landscapes often play a significant role in his stories, representing both a source of beauty and danger.
One thing that might have made it unique could be Flaherty's acting. He had a very distinct style that could bring a different flavor to a scary story. His expressions and mannerisms might have added a new dimension to the horror elements.
I'm not sure which 'Flaherty Man' you specifically refer to. There may be many authors or storytellers with this name. You can try to search in some local libraries or specialized short - story collections for his works.
Richard could be an ordinary human being. Just a regular guy going about his daily life until he has an unexpected encounter with Thor. Maybe he works in a coffee shop and Thor stumbles in while chasing a villain.