{"product_id":"the-boy-with-a-snake-in-his-schoolbag-a-memoir-from-manila-or-something-like-that-hardcover","title":"The Boy with a Snake in His Schoolbag: A Memoir from Manila (or Something Like That) - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBob Ong\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eFreely Abrigo\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Fascinating and Funny Coming-of-Age Story Set in the Philippines.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA National Bestseller in the Philippines, the book includes lively illustrations by award-winning cartoonist Freely Abrigo, a concept artist for Warner Brothers. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThrough 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: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFighting for a seat in a crowded classroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoying \u003ci\u003eNutribuns\u003c\/i\u003e (UNICEF's nutrient-enriched bread for developing countries)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscovering a 20-inch rubber snake in your schoolbag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipating in a disastrous school production of \u003ci\u003eStar Wars\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStruggling to adapt to university life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGaining new insights as a teacher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether 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.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBob Ong\u003c\/b\u003e is a contemporary Filipino author known for his humorous depictions of Philippine life. His name, a pseudonym, came about when the author was working as a web developer and a teacher, and he put up the \u003ci\u003eBobong Pinoy\u003c\/i\u003e (literally \"dumb Filipino\") website in his spare time. \u003ci\u003eThe Boy with A Snake in his Schoolbag\u003c\/i\u003e is the translation of Bob Ong's first book \u003ci\u003eABNKKBSNPLAko?\u003c\/i\u003e published in 2001. He has since published ten more books, two of which have been made into films, and six of which have sold more than a quarter of a million copies. \u003ci\u003eThe Boy with the Snake in his Schoolbag\u003c\/i\u003e is the first of his books to be translated into English. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFreely Abrigo\u003c\/b\u003e is a Filipino-born artist who has been working as an editorial cartoonist for over a decade, currently contributing his cartoons to a leading newspaper in the Philippines. He has recently invaded the world of toys as a toy designer, and he also works as a concept artist for Warner Bros for whom he has designed some DC characters. Instagram.com\/freelyabrigo Facebook.com\/freely.abrigo\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 6 x 9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 02, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52639002886451,"sku":"9780804859202","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/xg4MhqU4Q49780804859202.webp?v=1762336473","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/the-boy-with-a-snake-in-his-schoolbag-a-memoir-from-manila-or-something-like-that-hardcover","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}