To Stir the Soul – A Literary Reflection by James (Jim) Langford 📖✨
To Stir the Soul is the final literary work of James (Jim) Langford, a South Bend native, quintuple Notre Dame graduate, and the longtime director of Notre Dame Press. As a respected publisher and community leader, Langford spent decades shaping meaningful stories, and this book represents a deeply personal culmination of his life’s work.
In Jim’s words:
“This book pretty much wrote itself. It draws almost completely on books I have helped publish and, to be honest, re-reading, selecting, and bringing them together has truly stirred my own soul.”
About James (Jim) Langford
✔️ Director of Notre Dame Press for 25 years
✔️ Founder of Corby Books, dedicated to faith, history, and Notre Dame literature
✔️ Leader of “There Are Children Here”, a program bringing joy and education to underprivileged children in South Bend-Elkhart
✔️ Five-time Notre Dame graduate, a true Domer through and through
To Stir the Soul was Langford’s final work before his passing on March 3, 2022, at age 84. His legacy lives on through this collection, bringing together some of the most inspiring writings from his career as a publisher.
Why This Book Matters
📚 A timeless collection of reflections on literature, faith, and human connection
💙 Curated by one of Notre Dame’s most influential literary figures
🏛 Perfect for those who cherish meaningful, thought-provoking reading