A Peranakan Legacy: The Heritage of the Straits Chinese by Peter Wee is a rich exploration of the vibrant cultural legacy of the Peranakan community, a unique group of Chinese descendants in Southeast Asia. The book delves into the history, traditions, and lifestyle of the Peranakans, focusing on their distinctive blend of Chinese and Malay cultures. It highlights the intricate craftsmanship of…
This longtime Malaysian fashion icon was originally a long, straight, Arab-inspired top of plain woven cotton. The Nyonyas, the women of the early Peranakan community, gradually transformed it into a shapely, embroidered, translucent blouse, fastened with a set of chained brooches and worn with a matching hand-drawn batik sarong. Sheer, romantic, alluring, yet sedate, the designs of Nyonya keba…
Culture Across Boundaries: Conversations with Noted Figures Worldwide is a collection of interviews with prominent individuals from diverse fields, including arts, politics, academia, and social movements. The book explores how culture shapes identity and influences the way people engage with the world. It delves into topics like globalization, cultural exchange, social change, and the challeng…
Student's hand book for ICT grade 11. In this book, we learn (1) graphic design, (2) photo editing/manipulation, (3) photography, and (4) producing merchandise.
Student's hand book for ICT grade 7. In this book we will learn: (1) Assembling computer, (2) Microsoft Excel and data analysis, (3) Algorithm & programming, (4) Basic animation, (5) Folder management, (6) Microsoft word, and (7) Computer network and internet.
Student's hand book for ICT grade 7. In this book we will learn: (1) Assembling computer, (2) Microsoft Excel and data analysis, (3) Algorithm & programming, (4) Basic animation, (5) Folder management, (6) Microsoft word, and (7) Computer network and internet.
Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa is a heartwarming story about finding solace and rediscovering oneself amidst the stacks of a quaint Tokyo bookshop. The novel follows Takako, a young woman who, after a series of personal setbacks, reluctantly moves into her uncle’s secondhand bookstore in Jimbocho, Tokyo’s book district. Immersed in the quiet charm of the shop and its ecle…
Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter is a charming romantic comedy about Liz Buxbaum, a hopeless romantic who dreams of a love story straight out of her favorite rom-coms. When her childhood crush, Michael, moves back to town, Liz is determined to win his heart. To do so, she reluctantly enlists the help of her infuriating yet charming next-door neighbor, Wes Bennett. As Liz and Wes concoct a…
Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross is a captivating blend of fantasy, romance, and historical fiction. The story follows Iris Winnow, a young journalist grieving the loss of her brother, who mysteriously disappeared during a divine war. While balancing her grief and her career, Iris starts exchanging letters with an anonymous pen pal, unaware that it is her professional rival, Roman Kitt. As the war…
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin is a poignant and immersive novel that explores the intricate dynamics of creativity, friendship, and ambition. The story follows Sam Masur and Sadie Green, childhood friends who reunite in college and collaborate on creating groundbreaking video games. Their partnership becomes a decades-long journey of highs and lows, as they navigate pe…