30.05.2010
Books, Singapore Books
Author: RAYMOND ANTHONY FERNANDO
This true-life story is the continuing story of how well known caregiver and mental health advocate Raymond Anthony Fernando is still coping to care and love his wife who has 5 chronic illnesses ( including schizophrenia and severe arthritis), through sheer tenacity, perseverance and prayer.
This book is also about how we can pick ourselves up and move on in life despite being confronted with huge challenges in life.
Readers will enjoy reading this heartfelt story that will inspire them to stay resilient if and when they are faced with their own struggles in life.
Join Raymond on his journey as he takes you through periods of desolation and celebration, triumph and betrayal, love and hate, faith and fate.
There are very useful caregiver tips on how to manage a loved one stricken with mental illness and severe arthritis in this book.
The book, which goes into 248 pages has been released on 28th July 2009.
Within 8 weeks, all copies of this first print run have been sold out.
Price includes GST.
30.05.2010
Books, Singapore Books
Author: GOH KHENG CHUAN
Photography: by Goh Kheng Chuan and Goh Tian Wah
150 x 220 mm | 234 Pages | ISBN 981-08-2885-1 | Distributed by Rank Books
This book is written for new expatriates who are considering working in Singapore. A valuable welcome gift!
The most up-to-date handbook for expatriates in Singapore!
Handbook For Expatriates is written for new expatriates as well as those who are considering working in Singapore. This comprehensive guide will help you to settle down quickly and adjust to this modern city. It covers diverse range of topics from immigration and customs procedures, housing, education, transport to local food, shopping and entertainment. Adjusting and adapting to Singapore’s multicultural and cosmopolitan environment has never been easier with Handbook For Expatriates.
The first few chapter of the book cover the following topics:
Singapore At A Glance – This chapter introduces you to the history, geography, people and the culture of Singapore.
Moving Into Singapore – This section will answer your questions on immigration and customs procedures such as the application of employment passes, work permits, permanent resident schemes, visas and customs procedures.
Singapore Your New Home – This chapter covers living costs, accommodation, how to apply for basic utilities and services for your new home.
The later chapters of the book cover topics relating to everyday living which will help you to adapt to local living conditions and way of life. Whether you have just arrived in Singapore, or are thinking of moving to Singapore, Handbook For Expatriates is the one-stop guide for you. It contains everything you need to know about working and living in Singapore to make your stay here a pleasant and enjoyable one.
All full-colored pictures inside featuring the best sights of Singapore!
Price includes GST.
