Despite: A Novel on Teaching and Learning

Description

A hardhearted journalist, Adam Monteiro has his eyes on a raise and will do anything to earn it, including interrogating Thai tsunami victims for a story. But his aggressive demeanor angers the gentle Thais and he faces the possibility of returning empty-handed. To win them over, he reluctantly agrees to babysit four orphans ofr a day. However, before he is able to submit his story, his darkest secret is revealed and he finds himself jobless. Adam returns to Thailand and winds up playing pre-school teacher to the same four children. Not only does Adam now have to find a way to overcome his aversion towards children, but he now also has to learn how to teach and face his new self that is emerging from this new role. ISBN:9789832560050