The Village of Bernadette: Lourdes - Stories, Miracles and Cures - The Irish Connection

St. Bernadette's impoverished childhood, her work as a shepherdess, visions of Our Lady, harsh treatment as a nun, and tragic death at the age of 35 are recalled in this groundbreaking book.

Numerous Irish miracles and cures at Lourdes are recollected. Recoveries from cancer, epilepsy, lung problems, skin disease, pain, paralysis and physical disability are included.

John F. Kennedy, Grace Kelly, Brendan Behan and Seamus Heaney are among the millions who have visited the shrine. You can read their stories, along with those of other Irish pilgrims.

Using first-hand testimony, this moving and inspirational book brings you up-close to the wonders of Lourdes in a way you have never experienced before.

Reviews

'Riveting story of St. Bernadette and why the Pyrenean town is a place of pilgrimage and peace' - RTE Radio 1

'A deeply felt, warmly sympathetic and humane book' - The Irish Cahtolic

'Terrific read' - Belfast Telegraph

'A book that will make you believe in miracles' - C103

'Brings readers close up to the many wonders of Lourdes' - Shannonside FM