Carmel Mc Mahon
In Ordinary Time: Fragments of a Family History
In Ordinary Time: Fragments of a Family History
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In Ordinary Time by Carmel Mc Mahon is a memoir that explores the effects of trauma across generations and connects them to Ireland's history.
Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2023
Publisher: Duckworth Books
In 1993, at the tender age of twenty, Carmel Mc Mahon embarked on a transformative journey from her native Ireland to the vibrant city of New York, carrying with her not just two suitcases but also an immense burden of unseen baggage. The road to recovery was a long and arduous one, marked by a bitter struggle with alcohol addiction that took years to unravel the intricate traumas of her past and present.
Through her candid and poetic writing, In Ordinary Time delves into the profound ways in which trauma echoes through time and affects the lives of individuals. The book draws connections between the events and rhythms of Ireland's rich Celtic, early Christian, and Catholic history, shedding light on the enduring impact of historical events on the collective consciousness.
Mc Mahon's memoir is a poignant exploration of personal growth and resilience. She vividly depicts the loss of her siblings, the societal scars of the Famine and the Magdalene Laundries, and the evolution of her consciousness from her conservative upbringing in the 1970s to the vibrant and diverse environment of 1990s New York. Her journey back to Ireland, a country that has undergone significant change, serves as a testament to the transformative power of healing and introspection.
In Ordinary Time is a powerful testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity and heal. Mc Mahon's writing is a tapestry of emotions, offering a profound reflection on the complexities of trauma, resilience, and the search for meaning in life. This book will resonate with readers who are seeking to understand the deeper roots of their own experiences and the broader historical context that shapes them.
Weight: 366g
Dimension: 223 x 146 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780715654477
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