Comments on: AOT #20: Frank McCourt Podcasts Teacher Man

By: Lorraine donaghue

Lorraine donaghue — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 21:26:17 +0000

I just finished reading Teacher Man and I firmly believe a copy of this book should be given to every person graduating as a teacher,there are many who can teach but it takes a specisl person to remain in the thoughts of students long after they leave the hallowed halls of learning.Blessed is the child who gets a teacher like Frank McCourt.

By: Mimi

Mimi — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 03:17:51 +0000

So nice to hear his voice again here! What a talker.
(R.i.p. dear Frank…Thank you for writing all your stories. They have a special place on my bookshelf as I love them dearly. You are missed.)

By: Tek-Pheung Chuan

Tek-Pheung Chuan — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 01:56:22 +0000

His “Angela’s Ashes” and “‘Tis” brought me back to thoughts about my family.

“Teacher Man” brought me down to earth, that I understand my students, like me, are humans, with their own stories, and sorrows.

TP Chuan
Malaysia

By: In Memoriam: Frank McCourt | Teacher Man Podcast | Authors On Tour - Live!

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:02:42 +0000

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By: Patsy

Patsy — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 17:49:27 +0000

Some comments here refer to Mr. McCourts publisher. Who is the publisher? What is their name and address?
thank you,
~~Patsy

By: Kelly McCourt

Kelly McCourt — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 05:40:38 +0000

Mr. McCourt,
I know you dont know me but I am related to you, we are 5 cousins so yeah it is a big distance between our realtionship; but I have learned so much about you and my family’s pride comes from you. My grandfather has meet your brother Malachy and I have read your book Angelas Ashes. I have always told my family that one day I would contact you and invite you to a family party but I never really tried. I have heard that you have fallen ill recently though and just wanted you to know that your family is here for you and that if you have done anything in this world know that youve made a name for our family and that generations on will look up to you the way me and my siblings and aunts and uncles and grandparents have.
Sincerly,
Kelly

By: Trish (Foley) Ventre

Trish (Foley) Ventre — Fri, 01 May 2009 05:59:43 +0000

I’ve read everyone of your books and am waiting for another one. I dragged my crew to Limerick (Continental Flight Attendants) on the tour. They didn’t even read Angelas Ashes and were empressed. Why I felt so connected I’ll never know other than the fact the my Dad is an alcholic and my mom is a quiet little enabler. Long story short dad’s in a nursing home waiting to be called back to war. He retired in 1980.
I missed your preformance in Frederick Md. at the Weinberg Theatre. I live in Middletown. Md. I was so touched by your books that when peaple said I think he was so cold when his brother’s and sister died I just had to say to them, what could he do? For some reason I understood. What are you suppose to do, save the fucking world?
Any way I can’t wait for the next one. Next signing, next cruise because I’ll drag my Italian husband along with me, not my mess of an Irish family with me. It’s almost like I’m the black sheep of the family.
Good Luck,
My family has broken shoes too!!! What is that?
Waiting for the next one. It’s been so long maybe I missed one.
Trish Ventre

By: Neil K. Murphy

Neil K. Murphy — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:26:57 +0000

Dear Mr. Frank McCourt, I’m having a hard time finding a editor and publisher for my book, which is in a very rough draft. I was wondering if you had a hard time at first to get your books edited and published. I have written my book for three reasons, for myself, my boys, and there maybe a possability my information may save a life, or not. The fact that my book information might save a life or more, is the only reason I think it should be published. Other than that, my book information is of only interest to my boys and me. The titled of my book is ‘I Survived’ (the 9th of 14 kids, when I shouldn’t have) ‘Emotionally & Mentally’ ‘Because I Live There’
Neil 978-258-8061

By: Carol Campbell

Carol Campbell — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:09:12 +0000

Mr.McCourt,
I was fortunate enough to care for a woman this past summer,who listened to books on tape because of her blindness. Mary McClean opened up a new world for me when I borrowed “Angela’s Ashes” on cassette. The world of Frank McCourt-a wonderful world of a “real” person’s life…written and spoken so well that I had to have more. I live in Northwest Connecticut and know that you have spoken at the UCONN Branch in Torrington,Ct. I would love to hear you speak and meet you…are you going to be at UCONN in the spring of 2009? Thank you telling the world your story…and thank you Mary for lending me the tape.

By: maisha

maisha — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 22:03:48 +0000

Mr. Mccourt,
we all want a little piece of you and we already have more than a piece from your books but i would be greatful if i could interview you for my english project.
I’m in the 10th grade and probably not half as devoted as half the people on this page but all of my class is learning about the journey archetype and how important it is to “find yourself”. I doubt that i can get an interview by this friday or at all but it’s all part of the research process.
Thank you for making me laugh….although i’m not sure if the books are supposed to make a 15 year old laugh

By: Torres

Torres — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:36:32 +0000

Frank McCourt, no matter what rumors survive in attempt to sabotage his success, is an amazing author. The stories he tells in his books reveal a mind so creative, so determined, but so predictable, any reader would stay up late at night turning pages. No question, he is my favorite author. I could write pages detailing why he is such a great author. I read Angelas Ashes in jail when I was 15 years old. I wasn’t a fan of books at the time, I still can’t recall why I picked that book from the shelf. I honestly didn’t mind being in jail so much as the next few days spent reading that book passed quickly. That book instilled an appreciation for reading and opened my eyes to a world of reading books. I’m currently 40 pages into Teacher Man, and it crost my mind to lock myself in my room with a pack of ciggerettes and finish the book. I wish he wrote more than 3 books, but i heard his brother, Malachy, put out “A Monk Swimming”, and it was a Best seller. I haven’t read it, but every review for the book has said great things. Check it out guys!

By: Rob

Rob — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 06:17:22 +0000

I am sorry – we don’t have Mr. McCourt’s info. I suggest you write to the PR department of his publisher, and they may be able to help you.

By: rachael

rachael — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 03:01:36 +0000

I am doing an author study on Frank McCourt and was wondering if I could get any contact information to write a letter to him?

By: Madelaine Gregorio

Madelaine Gregorio — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:53:00 +0000

Mr. Frank McCourt is a great author!
I love Angela’s Ashes and ‘Tis so much, that my friend even bought me the third book for my birthday. I just finished reading ‘Tis early this morning. Luckily, I brought the third book and starting reading it. I’m on Chapter 3 now. Hopefully, I could finish it and know more about him.
God Bless!

By: Hiram K. Myers

Hiram K. Myers — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:55:12 +0000

Mr. McCourt: My memoir “In Pursuit of the Speckled Gumball”
Xlibris, 2005, has been compared favorably with “Angela’s Ashes. I know you would enjoy the read and would be happy to send you or your publicist a copy.

Hiram K. Myers, author:
In Pursuit of the Speckled Gumball
Malachi’s Child
The Baptism of Vincent Scarlotti
Cork-Screwed

By: MaryKay

MaryKay — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:44:25 +0000

I read Angela’s Ashes 10 years ago, when we were living in Beijing. It completely changed my perspective regarding many things. For example, I view street beggars in a completely different light now, and always make an effort to contribute something now. Who knows what story is behind each beggar? Regardless, they’re having a much rougher time than I am. Frank McCourt’s writing taught me to look at them with compassion and generosity.

By: NoRberto Colón

NoRberto Colón — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:04:57 +0000

I am a former student of Mr. Mcourt’s when he taught at Stuyvesant High School from 1975-78. I cannot call him “Frank”; he will always be Mister McCourt to me. He encouraged me to read “Down These Mean Streets” by Piri Thomas when I was having identity issues as a Puerto Rican in New York. That book changed my life, and so did he. My wife recently passed away, and I care for my 2 boys alone. Friends have read my blog and encourage me to write a book. I would love to hear from Mr. McCourt and get his advice, as I have never done this before. Can someone give me an e-mail to contact him? If not can my e-mail be passed to him so he may contact me? noricolon@yahoo.com. My name is Norberto Colon, but he may remember me as “Bert”. Thank you for your help.

By: Daly McElwain

Daly McElwain — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 07:48:32 +0000

I’ve read Angela’s Ashes, Teacher Man and now am in the middle of ‘Tis. Can’t say enough how much I’ve ENJOYED reading Mr.McCourt’s books! Would love a contact address or email to thank him for his work.

By: Mattie Lennon

Mattie Lennon — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 16:00:14 +0000

I would be thankful for an email or contact address for Frank McCourt.
Thanking you,

Mattie Lennon.
mattielennon@eircom.net

By: Lindsey

Lindsey — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 05:16:38 +0000

McCourt,

Make your way to Canada will ya?
Please and thank you of course

By: chloe

chloe — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:01:25 +0000

Hi,
I have read three books of Frank McCourt and I really liked it. I mean I really liked it. Is there any way I can write to McCourt or McCourt’s publisher?

By: laura

laura — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:26:53 +0000

First of all, sorry for my bad english: I’m italian and can’t speak english very well.
Secondly: is there anybody who could get me in touch with Frank McCourt? I’ve just finished to read his “Angela’s Ashes” (it’s a shame that I discovered such a masterpiece only by chace and only one week ago!)and just bought his “Teacher Man” (in italian it’s Hei, Prof). I’d like to tell him how much I do appreciate him, how much I cried and laughed and smiled reading his book, how much I admire him, how much I wish him all the best in his life because he has been able to survive and to keep on fighting: I should learn very much from him.
So, if someone could make me this great favour, I’d be honoured to tell all this to Frankie.
Thank you, ciao
Laura

By: sibel

sibel — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:37:39 +0000

Dear Mr.McCourt,
I really impressed so much when I was reading Angelas Ashes..I cried often..Thanks so much for this magnificient books..

By: Ricardo Fagundes Carvalho

Ricardo Fagundes Carvalho — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 01:17:10 +0000

Dear Mr McCourt
Thx, deep thanks for sharing your life with me/us.

Ricardo
ESL/EFL teacher in Brazil

By: Danielle

Danielle — Tue, 27 May 2008 11:51:43 +0000

Dear Mr McCourt,

thank you so much for sharing your experiences in life with us. I read all your books with passion. I am impressed how the decisions you made in your life changed things to the positive side. I am living in the Netherlands but travelling to NYC quite often and I sincerely hope to meet you one day if you give a speech or sign books,
warmest regards,

Danielle

By: Gema

Gema — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:49:52 +0000

I love to finish a book and disvover when I close it that I’m smiling.

By: Paul Benson

Paul Benson — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 19:16:19 +0000

Dear Mr. McCourt:

I write to ask if you would be interested in speaking to a group of global and U.S. History teachers at the annual conference of our Western Southern Tier Council for the Social Studies. The conference is being held November 14-15, 2008 in Corning, New York. We would like you to be our plenary speaker on Friday evening, the 14th.

We are a young organization spawned from a Teaching American History grant that incorporates 69 school districts across eight counties. At just over 5,000 square miles, our territory is just about the size of Connecticut.

Our mission is to bring our teachers together for talk, networking, professional development and to congregate with museum curators, academics and local historians. Last year was out first conference and we were honored with a plenary talk by Rafe Esquith of Hobart Shakespearean fame. Your presence would continue in the vein of having exemplary educators bring their stories to our good folks.

We of course would compensate you for your time and travel. We are limited by a budget, but hope we can meet your expectations.

Please feel free to contact me my mail, email or phone.

Sincerely,

Paul Benson
Teaching American History Grant, Project Director
Jamestown Public Schools
197 Martin Road
Jamestown, NY 14701
716.483.7112
Fax 716.483.7104
[ http://www.tdhah.com/ ]http://www.tdhah.com

By: Erin

Erin — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 05:56:46 +0000

I would like to know how to find out if Frank Mc Court has a speaking and/or book signing schedule? Where can I find out this information. If he or his publicist has an email address you can provide I would appreciate that also.

Thank you

By: Gabriele from Lithuania

Gabriele from Lithuania — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:45:00 +0000

Hello,

I’ve just read Mr. McCourt’s trilogy (Angela’s ashes, ‘Tis and Teacher Man) in Lithuanian and it was such a pleasant think to read all these books! Could I get Mr. McCourt’s email – I would like to write hime some words regarding his books.

Wishes,
Gabriele

By: keerti ramachandra

keerti ramachandra — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:14:12 +0000

Dear Mr Mc Court,
Just finished reading Teacher Man – I am so glad you “tried!”
I am 61 yrs old, from bangalore India and have been an english teacher- Teaching is a passion with me, and my greatest regret after reading Teacher man was that i am no longer in a position to teach – age limit and all that. I would have used similar startegies to teach creative writing and grammarin my classes. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us.