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Don't Wake Me at Doyles: A Memoir,New
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Maura Murphy's memoir of life in Ireland and beyond resonates with the people, places, and struggles of an almost forgotten generation. Born 'chronically ugly and cross as a briar' into a poor, rural homestead in 1920s Ireland, Maura faced adversity from birth. She grew up in the bogs of the Irish countryside and left school at fourteen for Dublin, working in service there until her marriage to a hardworking but harddrinking womanizer. Poverty stricken and hoping to find a better life for her five young children, she left Ireland with her family for 1950s Birmingham, England.But life doesn't always change when places do, and Maura's fear that she'd be 'waked' at Doyles bar upon her death is funny but dead serious. Her voice is feisty and fearless, and she needed to be all those things to survive an extraordinary series of privations and abuses. And now, seventysix and having survived her childhood, recovered from cancer, and left her marriage of fifty years, Maura has finally recorded the story of her life.A fearlessly honest writer, Maura invites us into her world, through her destructive marriage, and the birth of her nine children, and toward a lifeordeath choice that would change her forever. Told with biting wit, Don't Wake Me at Doyles is a personal story of one woman's endurance, and the remarkable memoir of an ordinary woman's extraordinary life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Don't Wake Me at Doyles: A Memoir'? A: The main theme of the memoir revolves around resilience and survival, as Maura Murphy recounts her life experiences growing up in 1920s Ireland, facing adversity, and overcoming challenges throughout her life.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Don't Wake Me at Doyles'? A: The author of 'Don't Wake Me at Doyles' is Maura Murphy, who shares her life story and personal struggles in this memoir.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: 'Don't Wake Me at Doyles: A Memoir' has a total of 416 pages.
- Q: When was 'Don't Wake Me at Doyles' published? A: 'Don't Wake Me at Doyles' was published on February 7, 2006.
- Q: What type of binding does this memoir have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Don't Wake Me at Doyles' suitable for readers interested in Irish history? A: Yes, the memoir provides insights into Irish culture and history through the author's personal experiences growing up in rural Ireland.
- Q: What age group is this memoir appropriate for? A: 'Don't Wake Me at Doyles' is suitable for adult readers due to its themes and mature content.
- Q: Does the memoir include any notable life events or experiences? A: Yes, the memoir details significant life events such as the author's challenging marriage, motherhood, and her journey from Ireland to England.
- Q: What writing style can readers expect from Maura Murphy? A: Readers can expect a fearlessly honest and engaging writing style, characterized by biting wit and a candid reflection on the author's life experiences.
- Q: Is the book available in other formats besides paperback? A: Currently, 'Don't Wake Me at Doyles: A Memoir' is listed as a paperback edition; availability in other formats may vary.