Teacher Man: A Memoir

For any level of either afferent or efferent pedagoguery and learning this makes the 72 hour weeks and the help Every Child Left Behind by a certain semiliterate Wolfram all worth while. Buy this thing.

Frank McCourt writes about his teaching years and the students he remembers most. When I finished the book, I had the same question as with his previous books - "and then what happened next?" In other words I never want the stories to end, I could keep reading forever. His writing is unique, exciting, and brings to life everyone he writes about. I especially recommend the audio version - he records them himself in his wonderful Irish accent - they are just a joy to listen to.

I really wanted to like Teacher Man by Frank McCourt. There were bits here and there, mostly anecdotes from his time in the classroom, that were fascinating. Mostly, though, it was just ridiculous, meaningless, rambling drivel. It was very annoying to read due to the many, many quotes without quotation marks. I also felt the constant negativity about himself got old fast. Mr. McCourt was clearly a good teacher and tried hard to teach the kids English in a way they understood no matter their background and previous knowledge. Focusing on that rather than his affairs and perceived failures (many of which weren’t) would have made this a much better book (reducing the amount of foul language would have been nice, too).

This is an absolutely fantastic book for anyone who teaches, wishes to teach, or been a student. It is an enjoyable read and you never want to put the book down. I learned a great deal about teaching from the McCourt's autobiographical account. One point is that a teacher never truly understands or knows whom they influence the most. Get the book immediately if you want something very enjoyable to read.

This is my first time reading Frank McCourt and I have found his to be one of those books you just do not want to put down. I have been a teacher for many years and he has written not just the truth but has the skill to enable any reader to relive his experiences. Many of which only us teachers know to be true. Unfortunately much of what he has described is still going on today ! Personally I loved the immediacy with which I was able to purchase this book on my Kindle. I am looking forward to the movie version.

Teacher Man: A Memoir provides a great window into the world of teaching and all of it's many challenges. I think it will open eyes as to how difficult it is for teachers only a daily basis. Frank McCourt with his wonderful dry humor has provided a reason to celebrate education and all the women and men involved. I love his style of writing and have all of his books

Frank McCourt takes us through his tenure as an English teacher in NYC, providing us with details and stories that bring his experiences to life. He is painfully honest at times; most teachers would never muse aloud at how they disliked the situation or the student, and he piles on the self-guilt for not being the type of teacher he feels he should be. McCourt peppers his tales with laugh out loud moments and touching ones as well. This would make excellent required reading for all those considering education as a career; McCourt pulls no punches. This is an enjoyable read, full of sentiment and self-examination that will draw you in quickly. Recommended.

I began reading these books at the suggestion of a friend. I began with Angela's Ashes, followed by 'Tis and now Teacher Man. I've found all three books very interesting and have read them one after another; enjoying all three.

I began reading these books at the suggestion of a friend. I began with Angela's Ashes, followed by 'Tis and now Teacher Man. I've found all three books very interesting and have read them one after another; enjoying all three.

Frank McCourt is humorous, entertaining, and tells a great story how an “everyday” person can have such a huge impact on other peoples lives. He got me to read more, and after I read this book, I bought two works of Oscar Wilde, and enjoyed them.

I did enjoy learning more about the life of Frank McCourt and found the book to be an enjoyable read. I also enjoyed reading some of the reviews on the store from some of Frank's former students, which really reinforced the impact he had as a teacher on the lives of his students.

McCourt delivers an enjoyable look at life with realistic and humble recollections of his life. He humorously reminds us of our experiences of school life from the other side of the room, as the teacher. Yes, McCourt, you can write a book.

A simple book that's honest funny and often simply beautiful. The story of a school teacher doesn't sound particularly interesting but this is amazing. This story has its fair share pain sadness and self-doubt but its love, compassion and humanity really warmed my soul.

Awesome. Extremely well written. A real pageturner. Frank McCourt reflects the challenges of a fair and truly dedicated teacher in a very complex social environment, and does this in an outstanding manner. Wonderful style.

McCourt's story is not only filled with wonderful funny prose but an inspiring message. I have ordered and given copies of this book to my students who plan to become professional educators. The book never fails to receive rave reviews.

Important book to see the evolution of McCourt , throughout the three books (Angela Ashes, 'Tis and Teacher Man: a Memoire) the reader is witness of the voice of a boy, a young man in search of opportunities, and then through teaching he finds his place in the world. Human, with all the worries that a man has when has to emigrate and it is impossible to feel at home anywhere because of his Irish accent even when he was Amercinan... How he touched the life of many people to whom he could change their minds and their decision in life.