Questions About Angela’s Ashes (Frank McCourt, #1)

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Before reading it, I thought the title implied there would be some issue about what to do with Angela's ashes. But it has nothing to do with that, so why is it titled "Angela's Ashes"?

Jennifer Have you read the whole book? Angela often stares into, and stirs, the gray ashes of the fireplace. It seems that the title has a metaphoric meaning..…moreHave you read the whole book? Angela often stares into, and stirs, the gray ashes of the fireplace. It seems that the title has a metaphoric meaning...the ashes of a former life, or a life that has burned out, much like those mentioned in the Shinedown song 45: "I'm swimming through the ashes of another life"(less)

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Is this book boring to read, will it put me to sleep?

Orinoco Womble (tidy bag and all) That's a hard question to answer because we're all different. What bores me rigid might fascinate someone else. I didn't find this book "boring" at al…moreThat's a hard question to answer because we're all different. What bores me rigid might fascinate someone else. I didn't find this book "boring" at all. But it all depends on what you like, and you're the only person who knows that.(less)

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Can anyone remind me if this would be a good book for my daughter to read - I read it many years ago and loved it, however I cannot remember if there is any content that is too inappropriate for younger teens? She is 13 but an avid reader and books for her age group aren't inspiring her. Thanks

Caroline Hi Nancy,

I recall a few parts that may be a little inappropriate; however, I believe most of the book will be okay if she is a mature 13 year old; how…moreHi Nancy,

I recall a few parts that may be a little inappropriate; however, I believe most of the book will be okay if she is a mature 13 year old; however, there is a lot of struggle and pain in this book. The inappropriate parts I recall all relate to descriptions of sex. So, when Frank comes over to the US he does describe the women and he often reflects on how they make him feel. Likewise, Frank depicts his mother's sex life in Ireland. I hope this helps! Feel free to ask me any other questions about it.(less)

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I'm not sure if I should stop or keep going. Is there a silver lining anywhere? I'm reading and so disturbed at what he goes through. Does it get better? Where are the chapters of happiness?