Letters from School

by JohnRae (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  1987

  $4.88

• Used

  Paperback
  1988

  $4.60

  This collection of imaginary letters is based on a variety of real issues which arise in schools today. Drawing on his experience as a headmaster, John Rae deals with topics ranging from stealing, bullying and racialism, drugs, alcohol and sex, to teachers who cannot control the classroon or who becone emotionally involved with their pupils. He also offers advice on the important questions parents should ask when selecting a school. John Rae was headmaster of Westminster School for 16 years. He has written numerous articles for a variety of publications, including The Times , The Independent , Encounter and TES . He is also the author of The Custard Boys , Reach for Glory , Conscience and Politics and The Public School Revolution: Britain's Independent School, 1964-1979