Sebastian Barry Quotes

A collection of quotes by Sebastian Barry.

Sebastian Barry is an Irish playwright, novelist, and poet. Born on July 5, 1955, in Dublin, Ireland, he comes from a family of writers and actors. Barry has written numerous acclaimed works, including the plays "The Steward of Christendom" and "The Pride of Parnell Street," as well as novels like "The Secret Scripture" and "Days Without End." His writing often explores themes of Irish history, identity, and the complexities of human relationships. Barry has received numerous awards for his work, including the Costa Book of the Year Award and the Irish PEN Award for Outstanding Achievement in Literature.

Roseanne, Roseanne, if I called to you now, my own self call

Roseanne, Roseanne, if I called to you now, my own self calling to my own self, would you hear me? And if you could hear me, would you heed me?

Sebastian Barry

Beauty Youth Growing Up Identity

I am dwelling on things I love, even if a measure of tragedy

I am dwelling on things I love, even if a measure of tragedy is stitched into everything, if you follow the thread long enough

Sebastian Barry

Love Tragedy