Summary:
The memoir recounts the author's return to America at the age of nineteen and his struggle to build a life for himself amidst the challenges of poverty and his dreams of becoming a teacher. It follows his journey through various jobs, education, and personal growth in the melting pot of 1950s New York City.
Key points:
1. Immigrant Life: The book vividly depicts the mid-20th century Irish immigrant experience in America, focusing on poverty, discrimination, and cultural adaptation.
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