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Where Will the Laughter Come From?
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Mereo Books Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: QG5LQ84
EAN: 9781067675202
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Zustellung: Do, 27.08.2026
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Beschreibung
What happens when the laughter stops. In Where Will the Laughter Come From. , James Christie offers a richly observed, deeply human memoir of life as a teacher in Britain's independent school system - a world shaped as much by tradition and eccentricity as by discipline and expectation. Spanning decades in the classroom, Christie captures the absurdities, challenges, and quiet triumphs of teaching. , from chaotic staff meetings and unforgettable pupils to the complex personalities that define school life. With a voice that is by turns wry, nostalgic, and sharply perceptive. , he reveals a profession sustained not just by duty, but by humour. Set against the backdrop of institutions navigating change, this memoir becomes more than a personal story. It is a reflection on education, character, and the subtle art of inspiring young minds. , even within flawed systems. Beneath the anecdotes lies a deeper question: what has been lost as schools modernise - and what truly matters in shaping the next generation. Above all, this is a book about laughter as a force for connection, resilience, and learning. - and what it means when that laughter fades. Perfect for readers of educational memoirs, British social history, and reflective non-fiction. , this is an insightful and often quietly moving account of a life spent in classrooms where humour was not just incidental, but essential.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- James Christie
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2026
Format
- Buch (Softcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 312