In the novel Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha, the author presents a ten year-old boy whose life is described day by day. It consists of the playground, the school, and his family matters. The story is told from the boy’s point of view, where at the end of the novel his status is so different from the beginning. First of all, Paddy feels in some way confused by what is happening between his parents, …showed first 75 words of 601 total…

…showed last 75 words of 601 total…the child reacts with more anxiety, but in this case Paddy acts quite normal by simply answering “very well thank you”. To conclude, it is noticeable to the reader that Paddy’s lifestyle and mentality has greatly grown. His parents’ fights, his confusion and his trouble at school with his friends have made a big difference in his life. No matter what is coming ahead, it seem as if he is ready to face it.