Novel that inspired `The Class` due out in Eng

The French novel that inspired `The Class`, is coming out in English.

New York, Jan 15: The French novel that inspired `The Class`, one of last year`s most acclaimed films, is coming out in English.Francois Begaudeau`s book, which literally translates to `Between the Walls` but will be titled `The Class`, is a fictionalized account of the author`s time as a high school teacher in France. Begadeau stars as himself in the film, directed by Laurent Cantet, winner of the Palme d`Or at Cannes and a strong candidate among foreign releases for an Academy Award nomination.

Seven Stories Press will publish the book in the United States in April. Bureau Report