The easiest of reads, this, and great fun. I took it on holiday and it was great to dip into at odd moments. Gervase Phinn was schools inspector for the Yorkshire Dales and tells about other inspectors, teachers, and especially the children - most of whom have a charm and directness rarely found. The stories are delightful, amusing, and sometimes outright hysterical. Some unpleasant teachers and colleagues aren't spared, but most are revered. Good stuff!
(Julie Higgins - bwl 47 September 2008 ) |
