First published 1983
Wilfrid Sheed looks back at his extraordinary parents, Maisie Ward and Frank Sheed, who devoted their lives to spreading Catholic faith through unconventional means. The memoir captures Frank and Maisie as they take their message to street corners, addressing crowds with passionate conviction. Sheed chronicles their careers as writers and lecturers, showing how they balanced public ministry with family life. The author reveals the humor and energy that defined his household, where intellectual debate mixed with deep religious commitment. Through vivid recollections, he portrays parents who refused to let obstacles diminish their missionary zeal. The book explores how their unwavering dedication shaped not only their own lives but also influenced their son's development as a writer and observer of human nature.
Genres: 20th-century, biography-memoir, catholic, christian-living
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: family-drama, real-life-story
Period: 20th Century
296 pages · Hardcover · Simon & Schuster