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형식
페이퍼백
페이지
192
언어
영어
출판됨
Jul 1, 1986
출판사
Berkley
ISBN-10
0425090876
ISBN-13
9780425090879
설명
In Grattan, Texas, the classroom is anything but a sanctuary. With a tough crowd of students who seem more interested in mischief than learning, teachers face an uphill battle. The local climate is fraught with challenges that turn education into a dangerous game, especially for those brave enough to take on the role of mentor.
As the narrative unfolds, readers meet a new teacher determined to make a difference. But when tempers flare and conflicts arise, the stakes become painfully clear. With a mix of grit, humor, and palpable tension, the story explores the resilience of both students and educators in a setting where survival sometimes trumps the traditional pathway to knowledge.
As the narrative unfolds, readers meet a new teacher determined to make a difference. But when tempers flare and conflicts arise, the stakes become painfully clear. With a mix of grit, humor, and palpable tension, the story explores the resilience of both students and educators in a setting where survival sometimes trumps the traditional pathway to knowledge.