Growing up Catholic in the Twentieth Century: A 1940S - 1950S Memoir

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Set in a parochial school during the 1940s and '50s, the narrative explores the strict discipline and rigid rules that governed students' lives, from prohibitions on meat to the weight of sin. The protagonist grapples with the conflicting emotions of adolescence amid a backdrop of unquestioned authority and societal sacrifice during World War II. This coming-of-age tale blends humor and nostalgia, offering insights into a time when morality felt black and white, while revealing the complexities of youth navigating guilt and rebellion.