Angela's Ashes

As a poignant Biography and Drama, Angela's Ashes primarily evokes deep Sadness and Empathy, immersing the audience in the McCourt family's relentless struggle against extreme poverty, disease, and the father's alcoholism. A pervasive sense of Melancholy reflects the grim realities of their existence in Limerick. Anger and Disgust are directed at the father's irresponsible behavior and the harsh, unjust circumstances. Despite the overwhelming bleakness, there's a persistent thread of Hope and eventual Inspiration derived from young Frankie's resilience and his unwavering determination to escape his dire situation, culminating in a sense of Relief as he finally achieves his goal.