An Interesting Point of View

Throughout my reading of Angela's Ashes, something that really stood out to me was the unique point of view from which the book is written. Frank is a young child dealing with extremely harsh and adult themes, such as poverty, addiction, death, illness and discrimination. While these issues are undoubtedly serious and heavy, it is different hearing a child's thoughts on them. Frank is so naive and honest that his thoughts on the matter often add a refreshing element of innocence. The issues discussed can be depressing at times, but McCourt overcomes this. At certain times these very serious issues are overshadowed by the fact that Frank is a child. For example, when Frank, his mother and brothers are evicted from their home and have to move in with Angela's cousin, Frank is just happy that him and his brothers might not have to go to school the next day. Through careful consideration of the issues Frank faced mixed in with the occasional comedic relief, McCourt displays his story in an effective and enjoyable way.