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Quote by Frank McCourt

“It's not enough to be American. You always have to be something else, Irish-American, German-American, and you'd wonder how they'd get along if someone hadn't invented the hyphen”

Quote by Frank McCourt

Book:Tis: A Memoir

Work

This memoir offers a candid look into the author's life story, exploring personal triumphs, challenges, and growth through various life stages. more

Author

Frank McCourt was an Irish-American author and teacher. His works, written in the form of memoirs, recounted his experiences growing up in Ireland and the United States, particularly his impoverished life in Brooklyn, New York. McCourt's writing is known for its humor and profound social insight. more

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