Staring at Lakes: A Memoir of Love, Melancholy and Magical Thinking

Staring at Lakes is a heartfelt memoir by Michael Harding, in which he candidly explores his lifelong struggles with emptiness, depression, and the search for meaning. Through his personal journey—leaving the priesthood, building a life in Leitrim, and confronting his own darkness—he reflects on themes of love, aging, and acceptance. The book artfully intertwines moments of vulnerability with insights on embracing life's fragility and the present moment.