“I know that big people don't like questions from children. They can ask all the questions they like, How's school? Are you a good boy? Did you say your prayers? but if you ask them did they say their prayers you might be hit on the head.”
Quote by Frank McCourt
Work
Angela's Ashes: A Memoir
This memoir provides an intimate look into the author's upbringing during the Great Depression in Ireland, highlighting the struggles and resilience of a family facing extreme hardship. more
Author
Frank McCourt
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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