Patrick Joseph Hartigan

Australian priest and author

Patrick Joseph Hartigan - Australian priest and author
Born

October 13th, 1878
146 years ago

Died

December 27th, 1952
72 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Australia

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A priest in the Australian Catholic Church, contributed significantly to literature and poetry. Hartigan is well regarded for writing under the pen name 'John O'Brien', producing works that reflect Australian life and experiences. The poetry collections often depicted themes of faith, culture, and landscape. His most notable work, 'Around the Boree Log', includes poems that resonate with rural and pastoral settings of Australia. The collection remains celebrated for its authenticity and lyrical quality.

Authored 'Around the Boree Log'

Wrote poems reflecting Australian culture

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