The Irish Face in America

I just bought Julia McNamara's book for the O'Hagen coffee table. I spent the first few times with the book just looking at the pictures until I had a chunk of time to really sit down with the text. It is rare for a book of this nature to cover in such depth the Irish American experience. The stories are moving, uplifting and enlightening. Look at it.......but also READ it.

I bought this book as a Christmas gift for all my Irish friends. The stories are so compelling - they celebrate the specialness of being Irish in America with more nuance than most authors and with a grace that captures each person's perspective and joy. Color me...impressed!

Being of Irish American heritage I was interested in the subject already, but the pictures are what persuaded me to actually purchase this book. The subjects, their surroundings, and the colors make every image unique and captivating. This book truly covers the entire spectrum of the Irish in America today. I highly reccommend it.

Wonderful Book. Jim Smith makes it real, photographs the Irish face with an honesty and freshness--like no other photographer can. Captures the culture and spirit of each individual.

The Irish Face In America is not only a touching tribute to Irish Americans but is also an enjoyable book to read and admire the photographs. This book is so special becuase it includes a variety of different expereinces from a diverse group of people all with one common bond, being an Irish American. Every unique experience shared is accompanied by a captivating photograph. And if a picture is worth a thousand words, the pictures in this book are worth TEN thousand words!!!