Teacher Man by Frank McCourt

McCourt already published two supurb memoirs (Angela's Ashes and 'Tis) about his experiences growing up in poverty-stricken Ireland and then moving to the United States. His third memoir, Teacher Man, is all about the 30 plus years he spent teaching English in New York City high schools. McCourt's wit, charm, and soulful glance into the world of teaching make this book a real page turner and a must-read for anyone who works in education. Favorite Quote: "You can fool some of the kids some of the time, but they know when you're wearing the mask, and you know they know. They force you into truth. . . Even if they lie to themselves and the world they look for honesty in the teacher."