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Even On Days When It Rains: A Tale of Hardship and Maternal Love - Softcover

O'Donnell, Julia

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9780091917982: Even On Days When It Rains: A Tale of Hardship and Maternal Love
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ISBN 10: 0091917980 ISBN 13: 9780091917982
Publisher: Ebury Press, 2008

Synopsis

Irish singing star Daniel O’Donnell’s mother, Julia, grew up on a remote island off the northwest coast of Ireland, going barefoot and doing hard labor as child during the poverty-stricken 1920s. The hard work continued through her teenage years as she picked potatoes in the fields and traveled to Scotland to gut fish in the ports. After she married, Julia's beloved husband—Francie—was forced to work away from home for months on end. Physically demanding, the work eventually took its toll and Julia found herself widowed and penniless with five children. In this inspiring story of triumph over adversity, Julia explains how she battled through this dark period by knitting sweaters to support her family. In an amazing twist of fate, this hard-working woman and dedicated mother watched from the wings as her offspring flourished. Her daughter Margaret and son Daniel went on to achieve fame and fortune as chart-topping singers. Poignant, warm, and laced with great humor, this is a gripping story of hardship, sacrifice, and maternal love.

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About the Author

Julia O'Donnell is the author of The Mother's Story.

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Publisher
Ebury Press
Publication date
2008
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0091917980
ISBN 13 
9780091917982
Binding
Mass Market Paperback
Number of pages
320
Rating
  • 4.11 out of 5 stars
    35 ratings by Goodreads