Malachy McCourt is an Irish-American writer and actor, renowned for his engaging storytelling and vivid recollections of life in Ireland. Born in 1931 in Limerick, he emigrated to the United States in the 1950s, where he embarked on a journey filled with both challenges and successes. His memoir, "A Monk Swimming," captures his upbringing in a large, impoverished family. It reflects his experiences with humor and honesty, highlighting the tension between aspiration and hardship....