Books by Brian Carline

'Tripe and Trotters' is an anthology of factual short storiesabout growing up in Salford, an industrial city in theNorth-West of England. The stories examine differentaspects of post-war life in the 1950s through the eyes ofa child.Despite the deprivation and hardship of these times, thetales reflect the irrepressible sense of humour of the city'spopulation and their innate ability to bounce back inadversity. The book's candid and amusing delivery willrekindle memories of those who lived through that era.A series of cartoons complementing each story adds totheir charm.

This book sets out to make gardening simple by dispelling the belief that gardening always means digging. It offers to garden phobic individuals candid and elementary information delivered in a humorous and engaging way. It encourages those with this irrational fear of gardening to have a go and improve their horticultural skills without them being hospitalized or sectioned under the Mental Health Act. Each of the eight chapters is visually enhanced with black and white cartoons adding to their charm. An excellent stocking filler for those with one leg shorter than the other.

A guide to being a successful Head of Year. It covers various aspects of this challenging role, from leading a team of tutors and heading up a year group, to coping with problem parents, dealing with the SEN department and working effectively with the rest of the school. It also contains a 'teaching clinic' in the final section.

Teaching is often perceived by the public as being one of the hardest jobs of all. This book looks at this area.