'Tis: A Memoir

The #1 New York Times bestselling sequel to the Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir, Angela’s Ashes, continues Frank McCourt's journey as an immigrant in America. Celebrated for its spirit, wit, and profound humanity, Angela's Ashes tells a tale of redemption where storytelling becomes a source of salvation. Now, 'Tis recounts Frank's American experience from impoverished immigrant to esteemed teacher and storyteller. Arriving in New York at nineteen, he meets a priest on the boat and secures a job at the Biltmore Hotel, where he faces the stark social hierarchies of America. Drafted into the army, he trains dogs and types reports in Germany. Frank's unique voice, humor, and keen ear for dialogue make these experiences captivating. Upon returning to America in 1953, he works on the docks, defying societal expectations that immigrants should "stick to their own kind." Recognizing the importance of education despite leaving school at fourteen, he persuades New York University to admit him. There, he falls for a quintessential Yankee and pursues his dreams. Ultimately, it is through teaching and writing that Frank discovers his true place in the world. The same resilient spirit that resonated in Angela's Ashes comes of age in this eagerly awaited masterpiece.