John Hume

This book by Stephen Walker presents a detailed portrait of John Hume, a former history teacher who became a titan of Irish political history and a Nobel laureate.

Through over 100 interviews with Hume’s colleagues, critics, family members, and never-before-published interviews with Hume himself, Walker examines what motivated Hume to reach beyond political lines, how he sustained himself during years of violence, and how he convinced the IRA to end its long-running campaign.

The book also delves into how Hume persuaded presidents and prime ministers to support his vision for Northern Ireland and how he should be remembered.