. . "Frank McCourt describes his life as a child in Limerick, Ireland, the education he received there, his early days as new resident of America, and the various jobs he had before becoming a teacher in the public schools of New York. He shares stories of his teaching experiences and tells how writing his books helped him identify the major influences in his life." . . . . . . "Frank McCourt" . . . . . . . . . . "Limerick (Limerick, Ireland)" . . . .