Alcoholism plagues Frank's father, Malachy from "summary" of Angelas Ashes by Frank McCourt

Alcoholism was Malachy's curse, his constant companion throughout Frank's childhood. It was a shadow that followed him wherever he went, casting a dark cloud over their family's life. Malachy's addiction to alcohol consumed him, leaving him unable to provide for his wife and children. His days were filled with drinking and neglect, leaving his family to fend for themselves in poverty and despair. Malachy's love for the bottle was stronger than his love for his family. He would squander what little money he had on alcohol, leaving his wife Angela to struggle to feed their children and keep a roof over their heads. The cycle of poverty and alcoholism seemed never-ending, with Malachy unable to break free from his demons. Frank watched helplessly as his father spiraled deeper into the clutches of alcoholism. He saw the toll it took on his mother, who worked tirelessly to make ends meet while Malachy drank away their meager earnings. The shame and embarrassment of his father's addiction weighed heavily on Frank, as he longed for a father who could provide for his family and be there for his children. Despite his best intentions, Malachy could not overcome his addiction. He would promise to change, to do better, but the lure of alcohol was too strong. It was a vicious cycle of broken promises and shattered dreams, leaving Frank and his siblings to pick up the pieces of their fractured family. Alcoholism was not just a personal struggle for Malachy; it was a disease that infected their entire family. It robbed them of a happy, stable home and left them in a constant state of uncertainty and fear. Frank's father was a prisoner to his addiction, and his family suffered the consequences.

Angelas Ashes

Frank McCourt

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