The Romance of the Mission : A story of a Maryknoll missionary who loved both Koreas

This book details the spiritual and life journey of Father Gerard Hammond, an Irish American Catholic priest, whose 63 years of service in Korea takes place against the tragic and tumultuous backdrop of modern North and South Korean history.

In terms of potential audiences, this story casts a wide net.

It would be of tremendous appeal to those interested in peace and reconciliation, oral history, modern post-colonial Korean history, as well as anyone who has lived in Korea for any length of time- a source of fond reminiscence for many.

It holds equal appeal to any who struggle with questions of faith, no matter their religious affiliation.

It also can stand alone as a story of the seeking and final attainment of personal wholeness, integration and the reconciling of a life's work well done.

Read, laugh, and occasionally cry, but above all, celebrate and enjoy the journey on the way.