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By: Tom Phelan (Author)
In the tradition of Frank McCourt’s Angela’s…
We Were Rich and We Didn’t Know It: A Memoir of My Irish Boyhood
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By: Tom Phelan (Author)
In the tradition of Frank McCourt’s Angela’s…
Diane Osti –
Irish
Was not sure about buying this but so glad I did, the author writes with the ability of putting the reader right there in the moment, and such wonderful moments.
NCMarygirl –
A different era
Enjoyed reading of people in a different part of the world in a different era and how they coped with everyday life like tasks, farm life, household, upbringing. Enjoyable.
MCB –
Memoir
This is an extremely well written memoir about growing up in the 1940s-1950s. The concise vignettes highlight many characters who live in his town. Phelan is very adept in using humor in relating his life experiences. As the child of immigrants, many of the hardships faced by his Irish farm family were similar to those experienced by my family in a small Italian town. Phelan’s obvious love of his family and his myriad of remembered events makes this an enjoyable read. ( A special thank you for the included glossary of Irish vernacular and farming terms- an added touch much appreciated)
stephanie –
Interesting
Because this is a true story it’s very realistic it’s interesting
MommaSki –
It was so-so
I love memoirs. But this wasn’t a memoir as much a collection of the author’s childhood memories broken down into short stories. Fairly descriptive and marginally engaging. But I was left with a “ho hum” feeling while reading this book. Nothing really made me want to keep reading it, yet I didn’t want to walk away from it either. At some point it felt like, well if I read this much I guess I’ll keep reading. None of the stories really tied together, there is no deeper meaning or message to be found here. I do remember feeling sorry for most of the animals (horses) portrayed in the book. Overall, I didn’t hate it, but I’m not rushing to pass it along to my friends either. It was just so-so for me.
GR –
Wonderful Memoir
Tom Phelan’s memoir is a warm, rich, and colorful memoir, carrying you to another place and time, bringing to life the people, the love, the places, and the events that meld into the creative and generous adult that emerges. Laden with heart and candor, these pages embrace laughter and tears and leave you reluctant to part ways. An truly absorbing read.
Susan H. –
Well written memoir. Quick read and thoroughly enjoyed every page.
Mary mahony –
Very pleased with my order thank you ð
Kindle Customera –
Being a catholic I understood all that the author was writing about. It brought back memories of the church when I was a child. He writes very simply & it was lovely to read about his loving family.
Sharron Folan –
very good book
Dave store –
I am reading this boo at the moment and enjoying the gentle approach of the author ,a fascinating book describing how innocent life was in those days. A good read