J. Irwin (John Irwin) Brown

John Irwin Brown (1858–1937), who published as J. Irwin Brown and also used the pseudonym Cuey-na-Gael, was an Irish Presbyterian minister and writer. He was born in Limavady, County Londonderry, and spent much of his working life in the Netherlands, where he served the Scottish church in Rotterdam.

Alongside his church work, he wrote with a light, observant touch about Dutch life and the experience of being an outsider trying to make sense of a new language and culture. His best-known books include An Irishman's Difficulties with the Dutch Language and The Further Adventures of O'Neill in Holland, both remembered for their humor, cultural curiosity, and affectionate view of everyday misunderstandings.

Brown also wrote on Ireland and on the history of the Scottish church in Rotterdam. Even in his funniest work, there is a sense of a well-read, worldly pastor who noticed people closely and enjoyed the odd, human side of communication.