Angela's Ashes

Irish songs and lyrics are prominently featured in Angela's Ashes

how do these lyrics contribute to the unique voice of this memoir? how does music affect Frank's experiences? and how does it continue to influence his memories of his childhood?

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Angela's Ashes is a uniquely Irish novel. Like the novel itself, the songs reflect the raw "earthy" vernacular of the Irish people. THe songs embody the spirit and the fight that the Irish have in this story. You can check out some of the music at the link below:

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