Maine Irish Heritage Center

"Trespasses" by Louise Kennedy is a poignant and evocative novel set against the backdrop of the Troubles in Northern Ireland during the 1970s. The story follows the life of a young Catholic schoolteacher, Cushla, who becomes entangled in a forbidden romance with an older Protestant man, what is essentially a taboo relationship in a divided […]

"Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story" is a compelling memoir by Bono, the frontman of the legendary rock band U2. Released in November 2022, the book intertwines personal anecdotes and reflections with insights drawn from the band's music, featuring forty pivotal songs that have shaped his life and career. Through heartfelt storytelling, Bono explores themes of […]