Teacher Man (Abridged): A Memoir Audiobook

" Definitely a negative portrayal of teaching and education, but unfortunately it's the reality of many teachers. He is a classic burned out teacher. So very sad. "

" Inspiring story of his teaching experience. I loved his books so much, I managed to get a signed copy of this book. "

" Hysterical. He's a master story-teller. And, that's what this is, a story. That's it. Get to know the man who is worth knowing . . . "

" No Angela's Ashes. "

" a little self-congratulatory, Mr. McCourt "

" interesting...can relate... "

" Teachers will love this book and parents should read it to get a glimpse into what teachers deal with every day. This can be a stand-alone book, but I highly recommend Angela's Ashes, in which he tells about growing up in Ireland. "

" A realistic look at the world of teaching, as well as into this remarkable man's life. I read everything written by Frank McCourt and recommend it ALL. "

" so far quite funny "

" Frank McCourt is a master, is he not? In this case, a school master. Engrossing. "

" Good! Made me want to read more Frank McCourt. "

" Interesting...picked it up at a discount book store at the beach. Otherwise, probably wouldn't have read. "

" Disturbing book. Real life is very often. Definitely worth the time to read though. "

" I found that the author tended to focus a little more on his own neuroses than on the work he did as a teacher. I thought there would be more reflection about his teaching career. The book is fine, but the title is a little misleading. "

" The last chapter justified the book. In earlier sections, the author/narrator sounds a little bored and jaded at times, creating that feeling in me as I listened. But in the last bit, when he opens up about writing the stories of our lives, he moved me. "

" Having read this book toward the end of my career, I think Frank has had some of my students in his class. Of course this can not be true because both his and mind students didnot have a brain. "

" Listened to the audiobook on a drive the weekend - read by McCourt. Always enjoyed his writing style and Teacher Man was no let down. "

" Would give 3,5 if possible. Decent memoir but I never quite got into McCourt's writing still...I didn't like Angela's Ashes (like, at all). Enjoyed some of th interviews I heard w/ him much more. "

" He wrote the book I've always thought I could write but wrote it better than I could ever dream to. "

" I love everything McCourt puts out... "

" Some interesting glimpses into teaching surrounded by the author's personal struggles. "

" Lovely, and such a timely read since he just passed away. He never gave up his desire to teach on his own terms-never mind what other people had to say! Highly recommend this book, not just for teachers! "

" This book is great. I loved reading it. I could read over and over again. Frank McCourt is a great writer. "

" what a wonderful book!! everyone should read this book. "

" If you like McCourt's writing style you'll enjoy his stories of teaching. "

" Interesting perspective from a perceptive teacher. "

" SIX WORD REVIEW: Just when that bridge looked appealing... "

" Disturbing book. Real life is very often. Definitely worth the time to read though. "

" Inspiring look into the life of a teacher. "

" Definitely a negative portrayal of teaching and education, but unfortunately it's the reality of many teachers. "

" In comparison with Angela's ashes and 'Tis - Teacher man is simply not on the same level.However it is still very, very interesting reading. Easygoing and captivating.Also, as teaching interests me - I found this book quite insightful. "

" Just love his skill of writing with which he succeeds to present even the most dire situations in a somewhat humorous light. But in this book he is a little "full of himself". Read all three of his books. "