First published 2005
Frank McCourt never planned to teach. But when a brush with the law lands him in front of a classroom, he discovers an unexpected talent - connecting with the city's most troubled students. As he navigates the chaos of public school, McCourt harnesses his unorthodox methods, from singalongs to field trips, to make a lasting impact. Along the way, he battles a failing marriage, a stalled career, and a constant fight for respect. Yet through it all, McCourt's gift for storytelling emerges, leading him to the prestigious Stuyvesant High and a chance to truly inspire the next generation.
Genres: american-fiction, autobiography, biography-memoir, academic
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: New York, New York (State)
258 pages · Paperback · Scribner