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The narrative chronicles the life of Mohammad Nor Khalid, known as Lat, Malaysia's premier cartoonist, from his idyllic childhood to his impactful career as a crime reporter and cartoonist. Lat's unique style and keen observations have earned him widespread acclaim and a devoted following, with his works translated into multiple languages and adapted into an animated series. Illustrated with photographs and selected cartoons, this memoir captures the essence of a man whose art reflects the collective memories of Malaysia.

A childhood memoir of a boy growing up in rural Malaysia in the 1950s and 1960s. It follows a boy named Mat through childhood misbehaviour, life on his father's rubber plantation and Muslim traditions and ceremonies, drawing out the humour and comedy in even the most ordinary situations.