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Motherland: Writings By Irish American Women About Mothers And Daughters

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Neither I nor my mother are of Irish descent, but I found I could relate to a bit of every story in this precious book. It touched my heart and brought back forgotten memories, both tender and bittersweet. I sat in my chair for a long time after I read it, reflecting on the emotions it had stirred, and am sure it will affect many readers that way.

A must read for all Irish women. Especially endearing was the story called "Trinity" written by Kerry Herlihy. A moving book.

Caledonia Kearns follows up her ground-breaking anthology of Irish American women writers,CABBAGE AND BONES, with another wonderful volume. I laughed aloud at Jean Kerr and Martha Manning and cried at more than one other,incuding Kearns' own essay. A great gift for any time,but especially for Mother's Day.

I bought this for my Grandmother-In-Law who is Irish. My friend also purchased one for her mother. Both gift recipients were thrilled and read the book immediately. I think I'll pick up "Cabbage and Bones" next.

Kearns has picked works, both known and those lost on the dusty shelves of libraries,of one of the most underrepresented group of authors: Irish women. The extra dynamic of the subject of mothers is an interesting addition. Her collection gives a very good range of works available; her personal essay is quite touching. Both "Cabbage and Bones" and "Motherland" deserve a place on any shelves!