Contains a collection of well-loved myths and tales from Singapore. Comprising eleven stories that have been told by parents to children over the years covering classic tales about magic, spells, mermaids, princesses, forest spirits, tigers and pirates. Ages 5+. schovat popis
The narrative centers on women who have experienced abuse and those who support them in seeking justice. Through strategic planning, they take on various roles to enact revenge on their abusers, using their jobs as a means to achieve their goals. The story explores themes of empowerment, resilience, and the complexities of vengeance, highlighting the strength and solidarity among women in the face of adversity.
"News reports from around the world offer detailed descriptions of wildfires, floods, tsunamis, earthquakes, and more. While these kinds of events might seem horrifically random, scientists can explain quite a lot about why they happen, how they develop, how we can try to prevent them, and how we can predict where and when they'll happen next. The Science of Natural Disasters: When Nature and Humans Collide examines the science behind earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and wildfires."--Provided by publisher.