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'Tis

Written by: Frank McCourt
Narrated by: Frank McCourt
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Publisher's Summary

The same vulnerable but invincible spirit that captured our hearts in the Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir Angela's Ashes comes of age in 'Tis.

Listen as Frank tells in his own inimitable voice his story of how at the age of 19 he traveled from Limerick to New York in pursuit of the American dream. Despite the abundance of unsolicited advice he gets to "join the cops" and "stick to his own kind", Frank knows that he should educate himself and somehow rise above his circumstances.

And though he left school at 14, he talks his way into New York University, falls in love with the quintessential Yankee, long-legged and blond, and tries to live his dream. But it is not until he starts to teach - and to write - that Frank finds his place in the world. And for those of us who are lucky enough to come across his writings - and captivating readings - 'Tis a wonderful thing that he did.

©1999 Frank McCourt, All Rights Reserved (P)1999 Simon & Schuster Inc., All Rights Reserved, AUDIOWORKS Is an Imprint of Simon & Schuster Audio Division, Simon & Schuster Inc.

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Sad but so well-written

I found ‘Tis more depressing and dark than Angela’s Ashes since it lacks the bright-eyed view of a little child and tells the story from the viewpoint of an adult with a hard past and a tormented present. The storytelling of Frank McCourt is.. frank(pun intended) and carries a lot of pain and the heavy burden of the struggle of a man who cannot seem to fit in the modern society of the US with his poverty ridden past and inner battles over who he really is. I loved the book but it wasn’t easy to listen to.

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Very nice style of the tell.

Good at first, but got a little exhausting to listen to after a while. It just seemed to wander.

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Enjoyed thoroughly the captivating narration of

the author, who is evidently a great storyteller. Just like in the original, Angela's Ashes. Found later videos of Mr McCourt's public appearances and enjoyed them too. It pains me that some of his descriptions were vehemently disputed by other witnesses and contemporaries, and that some people felt badly hurt by his words. My understanding is that factuality of the incidents and occurrences described need to be taken with caution, but that the main idea and spirit of the tale are true.

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Great story teller!

I loved listening to Frank McCourt!
Most memorable moment was with when Frank was sharing the sandwich and the drink. I cried!!

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Wonderful story teller!

Angela's Ashes was so moving and beautiful. How could I resist hearing about Frank's next chapter in America? McCourt is a wonderful story teller. Tis did not disappoint.

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Thoroughly enjoyed.

Really enjoyed. I loved that the author read his own book. Only took two days to finish because I couldn't help but listen to the next chapter.

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America reads recommendation.

This was a riveting story. I enjoyed his way of telling his story. I felt all the feelings he described.
This book is well worth buying.

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Another amazing audiobook from my favorite author!

Beautiful story of growing up in the hard times of Ireland read by the author himself. Highly recommended!

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