The inside story – plans, strategies, casualties, letters – of the crackdown on terrorist groups by the Philippines military with the support of elite US Special forces, with no details spared. The War on Terror is a book about terrorism — the al-Qaeda, Jemaah Islamiyah and the Abu Sayyaf Group and their operations in southern Philippines — and includes photographs of letters written by terrorist commanders and by kidnapped American couple Martin and Gracia Burnham. The book follows the growth, movement and activities of the ASG, the Jemaah Islamiyah and the al-Qaeda and talks about how the military broke the triad of their operations through various operational plans and strategies that were implemented with the support
of US Special Forces, whose actual involvement in counter-terrorism operations in the Philippines is being detailed for the first time.
More than just about the issue of terrorism, the book will inform readers on the factors – social, political and
economic that abet terrorism in a struggling country such as the Philippines.
Archives: Books
Archie’s Cloud: A book for angry little boys and girls
Archie is a struggling, hot-headed boy on a long, dull journey home. He’s carrying a mysterious bundle that he’d love to lose but can’t—when he tries to drop it, it squeals like a piglet and runs after him, bowling him over. Then Archie makes a choice that changes everything: with a surge of bravery, he enters a magical kingdom where four wise souls await him—a rhino, an owl, a donkey and a rabbit.
These new friends help Archie unpack his bundle and reflect on its contents. Each item (dice, cake, ball and headphones) represents a social ‘worry’ for Archie. By the journey’s end, Archie has fabulous new strategies for managing his stormy feelings, his bundle is empty and he skips home—light and free.
Bukit Brown
A time-travelling thriller combining the struggles from before and after.
Bukit Brown follows the gripping journey of Ji-won, lonely and lost in modern-day cosmopolitan Singapore, who time travels to nineteenth century British Malaya and finds her true self through experiencing the deplorable lives of migrant workers, the veiled enmity among Chinese secret societies and a lavish Peranakan
lifestyle.
Fall Baby
The truth of her own origins, as well as the deep, dark secret that enveloped the lives of her parents will change her world. Srikandi—who prefers to be called by her nickname, Siri—is a globe trotting conceptual artist. She is shy, a little introverted and inquisitive. She is also worldly, intelligent, free-spirited and the loneliest woman on the planet. Siri’s personal life, however, defies even her own imagination. Married young but now a widow with an adopted daughter, Siri is forced to confront her beliefs and understanding of family, self, and the world. Will she be able to reconcile with the violence in her parent’s past to move forward in the changing world?
A day in the life
Quietly devastating, subtly subversive, and wonderfully wry.
Quixotic nonconformists in small towns and young newly-weds trying to keep up with the times; a forlorn retiree helpless in the face of contemporary anger, and a middle-class woman’s bond with her maid. Fourteen well-crafted stories give us a sense of the daily life of a wide cast of characters. Hasan’s protagonists are, as always, inward-looking, and whimsical and vulnerable outliers. Where is their place in the new order, where
have they come from and where are they going?
The Persuasive Manager: Communication Strategies for 21st Century Managers
Packs the intricacies of the most fundamental quality for leadership.
What is persuasion, and how should managers balance their ability to
persuade and exercise authority without becoming authoritarian? What
blend of qualities does it take to persuade bosses? With its wealth of realworld
illustrations, scenarios and tips, The Persuasive Manager explores
the intricacies of corporate communication, essential to be understood by
managers for the smooth and effective running of their organisations.
With a wealth of information and illustrations from contemporary
businesses, these non-academic and user-friendly books from the faculty
of Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad are essential corporate
reading.
Queen of the Sky
Amelia is a modern, nine-year-old Peranakan Chinese girl. She adores her Great
Grandmother whom she nicknamed GGM. GGM has lots of exciting tales to tell
her about old Singapore. She takes Amelia to see the site of her old kampung, an
attap-thatched village along the Kallang River where she had met Amelia’s famous
namesake and aviatrix, Amelia Earhart, the historical Queen of the Sky, in June
1937.
GGM is very active and does not behave like a doddering Senior. She started skiing
at sixty and wants to do something adventurous for her 90th birthday.
But the entire family does not approve.
Last Kid Running: Welcome to the Scramble
An interactive story series for 10 to 12 year olds.
You are Runner X, a contestant on LAST KID RUNNING, which is the hottest reality TV show streaming
on the mobile web.
Your job as RUNNER X is to clear all 5 levels of each game location, across Southeast Asia, beat the other
contestants, win votes from viewers, and progress up the ranks until you are the LAST KID RUNNING. You
decide how you run through mazes, clear obstacles and pass endurance challenges by making decisions at critical
points.
Pride and Prejudice (Vocabulary Enhancer)
Read your favourite novels and improve your vocabulary at the same time.
Word power is an integral part of being able to express yourself – whether you’re in college, appearing for
competitive exams or attending a job interview. It makes you an effective and confident communicator.
These handy guides brings to you an abridged version of the timeless novels and plays to familiarize you with
a must-read and equip you with new words.
Accessible and engaging, each book in the Vocabulary Enhancer series simplifies a classic and helps you
memorize a list of carefully curated, frequently used words through their definitions, antonyms, examples of
usage as well as word exercises and puzzles to recap your learning. So what are you waiting for? Strengthen your
understanding of the English language and enhance your vocabulary with this unique companion.
Macbeth (Vocabulary Enhancer)
Read your favourite novels and improve your vocabulary at the same time.
Word power is an integral part of being able to express yourself – whether you’re in college, appearing for
competitive exams or attending a job interview. It makes you an effective and confident communicator.
These handy guides brings to you an abridged version of the timeless novels and plays to familiarize you with
a must-read and equip you with new words.
Accessible and engaging, each book in the Vocabulary Enhancer series simplifies a classic and helps you
memorize a list of carefully curated, frequently used words through their definitions, antonyms, examples of
usage as well as word exercises and puzzles to recap your learning. So what are you waiting for? Strengthen your
understanding of the English language and enhance your vocabulary with this unique companion.