Word: limerick
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...Unfortunately, the promise of a sequel is given pretty firmly in the pages of his Pulitzer-prizewinning best seller, and McCourt proves to be as good as his word. The dream of coming to America, particularly to New York City, that sustained him through his family's poverty in Limerick has come to pass by the opening pages of 'Tis (Scribner; 367 pages; $26). In the fall of 1959, at age 19, McCourt enjoys his first shower in a Manhattan hotel and then, knowing no better, dries off with the bath...
McCourt spoke humorously about his own British-style education in Limerick, Ireland, which abided by a strict question-and-answer format--the teacher asked and the students answered...
...AUTHOR PLUG:] "I just wanted to show the spiritual, emotional and psychological effects of being brought up in Limerick and moving to America...
...sequel to the phenomenal Angela's Ashes takes Frank McCourt from Limerick to Manhattan...
...embarrassing by the day. For the Republicans to lose in the election, given Clinton's troubles, was reason enough for Newt to resign. Clinton and the Democrats have been judged on the President's political performance. That's why Newt is out and why Bill will survive! GERARD CORRIGAN Limerick, Ireland...