John Moriarty (writer) facts for kids

John Moriarty (born February 2, 1938 – died June 1, 2007) was an important Irish writer and philosopher. He was born in County Kerry, Ireland. He studied in Listowel and at University College Dublin. Later, he taught English literature in Canada at the University of Manitoba. After that, he moved to England and worked as a gardener at a monastery in Oxford. He spent his later years living near Mangerton Mountain in County Kerry. A film called Dreamtime, Revisited was made in 2012, inspired by his writings.

John Moriarty's Life Journey

John Moriarty grew up in County Kerry, a beautiful part of Ireland. He went to school in Listowel and then attended University College Dublin. His education helped him develop his deep thoughts and ideas.

Teaching and Travel

In 1974, John Moriarty moved from Canada to England. In Canada, he had been a teacher of English literature. He taught at the University of Manitoba. This experience helped him understand different cultures and ways of thinking.

Life as a Gardener

After teaching, he chose a different path. He became a live-in gardener at a Carmelite monastery. This was in Boars Hill, near Oxford, England. This time allowed him to connect with nature and his inner thoughts.

Returning to Kerry

Later in his life, John Moriarty returned to his home county. He lived at the foot of Mangerton Mountain in County Kerry. He stayed there until he passed away. This place was very special to him.

Books and Writings

John Moriarty wrote many books during his life. His books often explored deep ideas about nature, culture, and spirituality. He shared his unique way of seeing the world through his writings.

List of His Books

Here are some of the books John Moriarty wrote:

• Dreamtime (The Lilliput Press, 1994 - revised 1999)
• Turtle Was Gone a Long Time: Crossing the Kedron (The Lilliput Press, 1996)
• Horsehead Nebula Neighing (The Lilliput Press, 1997)
• Anaconda Canoe (The Lilliput Press 1999)
• Nostos (autobiography) (The Lilliput Press 2001)
• Invoking Ireland: Ailiu Iath n-hErend (The Lilliput Press, 2005)
• Slí na Fírinne (Slí na Fírinne Publishing, 2006)
• Night Journey to Buddh Gaia (The Lilliput Press, 2006)
• Serious Sounds (The Lilliput Press, 2007)
• What the curlew said. Nostos continued (autobiography) (The Lilliput Press, 2007)
• One Evening in Eden (The Lilliput Press, 2007) - This was a CD box set. It had stories told by Moriarty himself.

Film and Interviews

John Moriarty's ideas also inspired a film. He also shared his thoughts in radio interviews.

Dreamtime, Revisited Film

A film called Dreamtime, Revisited was made in 2012. It was inspired by John Moriarty's works. Dónal Ó Céilleachair and Julius Ziz directed the film.

Radio Interviews

John Moriarty was interviewed by Joe Duffy on the RTÉ radio show Liveline. These interviews are available as an iTunes podcast. They let people hear his voice and ideas.