The Boy With A Snake in His Schoolbag A Memoir from Manila (Or Something Like That.)

A Fascinating and Funny Coming-of-Age Story set in the PhilippinesThis collection of warm and humorous essays candidly chronicles Bob Ong's experiences growing up in the Marcos-era Manila of the 1980s. The author casts a satirical and nostalgic eye on the events of everyday life including:Fighting for a seat in a classroom with limited chairsMunching 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 WarsStruggling to adapt to university lifeDiscovering a new perspective of the classroom when he becomes a teacher himselfWhether 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.

ISBN:	9780804855211
Publisher:	Tuttle Publishing
Imprint:	Tuttle Publishing
Published date:	28 Mar 2023
Language:	English
Number of pages:	192
Weight:	-1g
Height:	203mm
Width:	130mm

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