The Boy With A Snake In His Schoolbag By Bob Ong - Hardcover - Contemporary Fiction
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Overview
A Fascinating and Funny Coming-of-Age Story Set in the Philippines.
This humorous coming-of-age memoir takes readers on a journey from kindergarten through college and beyond, capturing the experiences of a young teacher. Set in Manila, it explores universal themes of friendship, love, school life, academic struggles, and personal triumphs.
A National Bestseller in the Philippines, the book includes lively illustrations by award-winning cartoonist Freely Abrigo, a concept artist for Warner Brothers.
Through candid, warm, and humorous essays, Bob Ong recounts his upbringing in Marcos-era Manila of the 1980s, blending satire and nostalgia with everyday experiences such as:
Fighting for a seat in a crowded classroom
Enjoying Nutribuns (UNICEF's nutrient-enriched bread for developing countries)
Discovering a 20-inch rubber snake in your schoolbag
Participating in a disastrous school production of Star Wars
Struggling to adapt to university life
Gaining new insights as a teacher
Whether you're reminiscing about schooldays in the Philippines or simply looking for an entertaining memoir set against the backdrop of a vibrant Asian city, this book offers humor, heart, and insight.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Article: 100000192023
Translator: English
ISBN/GTIN: 9780804859202
Origin: Imported
Item Weight: 0.2 kg
Length: 20.3 cm
Width: 12.7 cm
Height: 2.5 cm
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