Angelas Ashes Cd

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Summary: Incredible book
Review: I thoroughly enjoyed this book-couldn't put it down. It's amazing for me to think I have nothing in the cupboard for dinner-when what I actually have is probably more than these people ate in one year! Anyway, a great read. I would highly recommend it.

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Summary: From laughter to tears and back again
Review: A story so rich with pain and tears. Poverty through the eyes of a child. This book made my heart ache for the suffering little ones all over this world. A humbling experience to read and live this mans life. A story so real it will put you there and haunt you when you have finished. There were parts where I was in tears yet Mr. McCourt would somehow ease the readers pain, and I'm sure his own while writing, with a humor that made me laugh at loud. A story that will touch every emotion and stay in your heart and soul long after the books end.

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Summary: All human life is here
Review: How did he survive? Looking back it's hard to imagine a life like his. The bitterness is there to see but it does not envelop the whole book, there is joy and laughter as well. There are few books that will stay with you as long as this one will, buy it now. A masterpeice.

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Summary: Touching story of a childhood
Review: When we are grown and get caught up in our adult lives, the times that we are actually touched about our childhoods are few and far between. That is exactly what this book has acomplished for me. The brilliant way that McCourt has described his childhood in Limerick and his desperate journey to get back to America was pure magic from the first page. Even though the stories are a bit extreme to compare to most of our childhoods, it will still remind you of the inocence that at one point we all felt. I recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a heartwarming story and possibly ready to shed a tear. One of the few books that I actually purchased and gave to my mother.

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Summary: endless tragedy, boundless hope
Review: Just surprising, in such desparation, you find love of life and hop

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Summary: Definitely NOT a waste of paper....
Review: I found Angela's ashes to be one of the most touching, sarcastic and humourous books I have ever read - and I read a lot. It's amazing how Frank McCourt manages to express and savour such tragic childhood memories in such a moving way . After reading the book all you want to do is read it all over again because you can feel the love and warmth seep through every page in spite of such a depressing subject. That is Frank McCourt's great talent. I sincerely hope he continues to write because unfortunately it's hard to come across books that stay with you after you've read them. We need more books like Angela's Ashes.

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Summary: Depressing and all too accurate view of the Irish
Review: Found the book an all too accurate portrayal of a certain kind of all too prevalent type of craven, selfish Irishman....terribly depressing because of this. And now, with McCord shilling for Barnes & Noble and showing arrogant contempt for the independent booksellers of America, who helped push the book to superstardom, I can see that he is not a lot different, despite making his way in the United States.....he plans to "throw their letter in the trash unopened." Not a book, or a man, that, if you are honest about your Irish background, you are proud to read or know. T. Hannagan, [e-mail]

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Summary: The ultamite Irish story
Review: Frank McCourt described his life in Ireland with vivid vibrance and great detail, even after all of these years. The title is appropriate and makes you want to read further into this incredible memoir. Malachy, Frankie's father, was truly an odd one from the north in the eyes of the men and women of Limerick, and maybe Frankie did posess a few of his qualities, but I believe those helped the book along and made it all the more easier to relate to. I too am Irish, and even though I have never been to my country I believe I know it as well as the messenger telegram boys.

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Summary: Hillarious...miserable...breathtaking..glorious;all at once.
Review: This is the best book that I have ever read. It is hillarious. The Irish humor and the deep grief that are felt make it an all time classic. I could picture everything in my head as if I had actually been there. I loved it. A definate must read for all. Thanks for sharing your story Frank McCourt

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Summary: one of the best books I've read in years
Review: This book was funny, sad, touching, and honest all at the same time. The author is an incredible story teller who can create a sense of reality for the readers to grasp. I cried so much as his story reminded me of the stories my grandparents and parents used to tell me. His stories allow us to be thankful for all that we have and admire the strengths of those who lived during the hard times. I thank Mr. McCourt for sharing his memoir with us and patiently await his next work.