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Summary: Oye, the whining!
Review: If you happened to get annoyed by the end of Angela's Ashes with all the self-pity and melancholy, then do not read 'Tis. It's more of the same.
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Summary: different from Angela's Ashes, but still funny
Review: What most people seem to say about 'Tis, is that it doesn't have the childish innocent humor that Angela's Ashes had. This is true, Frank McCourt is no longer writing from the perspective of a child, which for some ruined the book. But I still found it was very funny (if you have just a little bit of a sick sense of humor) and enjoyable.But the key to enjoying the sequel, is to put aside assumptions that it will be the same as the first. Instead, think of it as a totally different author, and you'll enjoy the humor, joy and sadness just as much as the first.
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Summary: Angela's Ashes II
Review: First it was Angela's Ashes, now 'Tis. What next? McCourt The Movie? I've never been a fan of sequels. They never seem to work, and 'Tis is no exception. I loved Angela's Ashes but found 'Tis to be much of a muchness without the touching freshness and tense story of its predecessor. 'Tis continues the story of Frank McCourt; now living in America and trying to make a life for himself. It is still written with the same McCourt gruff (often black) humour, and at least it's honest. McCourt owns up to his mistakes. But something is missing... We never get to really learn about McCourt himself. Why does he take to drinking - a habit he so detested in his father? How does he really feel about teaching? What happened to those eyes? There are just too many unanswered questions. 'Tis came across as a series of random thoughts, loosely sewn together. It left me feeling a bit empty really,
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Summary: An Honest Memoir
Review: Frank McCourt has written another marvelous novel. His story is very honest. He is able to openly tell of his innermost thoughts, desires, decisions (both good and bad), experiences, and life lessons. After reading Angela's Ashes, you want to see nothing but good things happen for Frank, however, this is not necessarily what you get. He doesn't try to romanticize life in New York, but rather pulls you in and lets you know exactly how life was for him. This is a touching novel. I sincerely look forward to hearing Frank McCourt tell us what happens next in his life.
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Summary: A worthwhile read
Review: "'Tis" continues the story of Frank McCourt; he is now living in America and trying to make a life for himself. Mr. McCourt's writing style is at times humorous and often times witty. I find it refreshing that he could write about some of the less fortunate choices he has made in life (many people don't even like to admit that they make mistakes); what this does show is that the author is merely human and not some idealized version of himself. All though I find some of the author's choices in life disheartening, this book is definitely worth a read.
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Summary: 'Tis is great, so 'tis
Review: Frank McCourt's "'Tis," the sequel to the much balleyhooed "Angela's Ashes," is, in my opinion, as wondeful as its predecessor. In this, Frank has just gone away from Ireland and, although he was originally born in America, he experiences things much as an immigrant would. He struggles to settle in to this country, he has the typical personal ups and downs, and he tells a poignant story as he fights through College and, not without missteps, he eventually finds a life for himself as a teacher. The book does its job, which is to continue the fascinating life story of Frank McCourt.
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Summary: The best and even better than Angela's Ashes.
Review: I bought Angela's Ashes and thought wow what a book! Now after reading Tis This was the best book out of the two of them. I did love Ashes and found this weads erven better because its what happend after he comes to America! Wonderful Insight! Truly a first rate book.
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Summary: 'Tis so
Review: I didn't actually read Angela's Ashes though I watched the movie (it was good too -- surprising for an adaptation, I guess) and only came about 'Tis coz it was given to me free. A good read, humourous, and witty, though nothing very spectacular. I SHOULD probably have read the first instalment first!! Parts on the army seemed to be reminiscent of Forrest Gump or something of the sort (I know they don't fall in the same category). As far as it being a personal memoir, there is really not much one can say regarding content, but the sense of resolution at the end moved me. I particularly liked the coffin-seagull joke of McCourt.
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Summary: 'Tis a wee bit empty.
Review: Although reading "Angela's Ashes" can truly change your outlook on life, "'Tis" disappoints. I agree with other reveiwers in that the quaint rambling style that suits the train-of-thought babble of young McCourt seems out of place and taxing in 'Tis. I have to admit, I am a die-hard every-word-reader, but I skimmed through quite a bit of this book. There are moments of humor, however, it seems that McCourt is trying to justify something unrevealed. He relates a few times were he felt his teaching was excellent, but leaves you with no idea as to how he really felt about teaching. Not only that, but you get the idea through Angela's Ashes that he is striving to be American, live the American life, have the American things, but he misses the boat in 'Tis. He talks several times about coming home with to his wife, grading papers, eating dinner, going to bed, the All-American lifestyle (incidentally, you may agree, "The Excitement" as a euphamism for intimacy is humorous the first time, but the 45th time, I guarantee it becomes -tedious-). However, he goes on to throw that lifestyle away, drinking in bars and leaving his wife to worry...a practice he criticized in his father. He does not explain his motivation, so the reader is left wondering how someone can want something so much, yet seem so afraid of it - in fact, run away from it, when dreams begin to come true. Angela's Ashes feels like a warm quilt sewn lovingly of memories and hope, but 'Tis seems to be random ramblings edged in confusion with no real conclusion. I cannot wholeheartedly reccommend 'Tis, but do not miss Angela's Ashes. I hope to see a third book that might create better cohesion. Also of interest, Frank's brother Malachy McCourt has written two books on his life.
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Summary: Irish Eyes Are Smiling
Review: And I thought Angela's Ashes was the best. I couldn't wait to check out "'Tis" at my local library. First I was on a waiting list, but it was well worth the Month's wait. This book touched me in so many ways! I highly recommend it. I can't wait to own it! You'll laugh and cry and wonder why all at the same time. Frank McCourt's writing is inspiring and very moving. Angela's Ashes and 'Tis are soon to be treasured on my bookshelf.
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