Frank McCourt was originally born in America, but his father moved them to Limerick, Ireland when the family fell on tough times; his father unable to find work. Frank and his family were poverty stricken due to his father's alcoholism. ... Through the book Frank overcomes problems with his father's alcoholism and tries to convince himself that he will never turn out to be like him. ... She tells him that he is turning into his father and Frank is shocked. ...

• Word Count: 302
• Approx Pages: 1
• Grade Level: High School

Throughout the story of Frank McCourt's life, he constantly reminds the reader of his view of America. ... For instance, Frank states, "I'm on deck the dawn we sail into New York. ... In the preceding chapter, the officer asked Frank, "Isn't this a great country altogether?" In the last chapter, Frank replied to this question with, "Tis". This remark showed Frank's agreement that America is a wonderful country. ...

• Word Count: 681
• Approx Pages: 3
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School