A Fascinating and Funny Coming-of-Age Story set in the Philippines This humorous coming-of-age Memoir follows the author from kindergarten through high school and college to his own experiences as a young teacher.
The author casts a satirical and nostalgic eye on the events of everyday life including: Fighting for a seat in a classroom with limited chairs Munching on Nutribuns (UNICEF\'s nutrient-enriched bread sent to developing countries) Having your sister discover a 20-inch rubber Snake in your schoolbag Taking part in a disastrous school production of Star Wars Struggling to adapt to university life Discovering a new perspective of the classroom when he becomes a teacher himself Whether you\'re nostalgic for your own schooldays in the Philippines or simply want to enjoy an entertaining Memoir set against the backdrop of a chaotic Asian city, this book is for you..
This collection of warm and humorous essays candidly chronicles Bob Ong\'s experiences growing up in the Marcos-era Manila of the 1980s.
A National Bestseller in the Philippines, the book also includes illustrations by award-winning cartoonist Freely Abrigo, a concept artist for Warner Brothers.
Set in Manila, it explores universal themes of friendship, love, school life, depression, academic struggles and personal successes.
A Fascinating and Funny Coming-of-Age Story set in the Philippines This humorous coming-of-age Memoir follows the author from kindergarten through high school and college to his own experiences as a young teacher
