Devotion: A Memoir

A moving and lyrical memoir about life, love, and loss from a true giant of Gaelic games, Mickey Harte led Tyrone to four Ulster Championships and three All-Irelands. In 2011, his daughter Michaela was murdered, and the Harte family was at the center of an international news story. Devotion is a collaboration between Mickey and author Brendan Coffey that explores the family's decade-long struggle to come to terms with the loss, the ways in which faith, community, and sport can sustain us, and a portrait of one of Irish sports true icons.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 09 June 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

A captivating and poignant memoir that delves into the realms of life, love, and loss, from a true giant of Gaelic games. During a remarkable seven-year tenure at the helm of his senior managerial career, Mickey Harte guided Tyrone to an impressive four Ulster Championships and three All-Ireland titles. This remarkable streak not only reshaped the balance of power in football but also revolutionized the way the game was played for an entire generation. It firmly established Harte as one of the most influential figures in the history of Gaelic games.

However, everything changed in January 2011 when a tragic incident occurred: Harte's daughter, Michaela, was tragically murdered while on her honeymoon in Mauritius. The Harte family, already grappling with profound grief, found themselves thrust into the spotlight of international news coverage.

In the wake of this devastating loss, Mickey and author Brendan Coffey collaborated to create a powerful and deeply personal memoir titled Devotion. This book encompasses a family's decade-long journey of coping with an almost unfathomable loss. It explores the profound ways in which faith, community, and sport can provide solace and support during our most challenging times. Moreover, it offers a captivating portrait of one of Irish sports' true icons as he prepares to bid farewell to one legendary era and embarks on a final quest to leave his mark on the annals of history.

Through vivid storytelling and heartfelt introspection, Devotion offers a profound exploration of the human experience, reminding us of the resilience and strength that can be found even in the face of unimaginable tragedy. It is a testament to Mickey Harte's enduring spirit and his unwavering commitment to the game he loves. This memoir is a must-read for anyone who appreciates the power of sport to inspire, uplift, and connect people across generations.

Weight: 210g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008473068