{"product_id":"2026200004606-secondhand-old-ekos-note-book","title":"Old Eko's Note-Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eEdition: Second edition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Good                          \u003cbr\u003eJacket: Worn\/faded, no tears\u003cbr\u003ePages: Good                  \u003cbr\u003eMarkings: No markings\u003cbr\u003eCondition remarks: Mylar sleeve. Usual aging. Tape holding FEP and binding in place - still otherwise strong. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn **Old Eko's Note-Book**, **Nathan F. Spielvogel** invites readers into the whimsical and wise world of \"Old Eko,\" a fictional persona used to explore the heart of rural Australian education. Drawing from Spielvogel’s own extensive career as a teacher in the Victorian bush, the book is a collection of humorous and sentimental essays that capture the eccentricities of small-town life.\n\nThrough the eyes of Eko, the narrative reflects on the challenges and triumphs of teaching in one-room schoolhouses, dealing with mischievous students, and navigating the social fabric of early 20th-century country towns. Spielvogel, a beloved figure in Ballarat history, uses his distinctively Australian voice to blend local folklore with deep human understanding. The result is a charming snapshot of a bygone era, celebrating the resilience of educators and the vibrant character of the Australian spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48792197169371,"sku":"2026200004606-SECONDHAND","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/26c516c8-896e-46d6-99c2-b87f618fdf48.png?v=1779273293","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026200004606-secondhand-old-ekos-note-book","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}