ABNKKBSNPLAko?! is a 2001 novel by author Bob Ong. The book is his first and has become his most popular work. The title is meant to be read phonetically as "Aba, nakakabasa na pala ako?!", which can be roughly translated as "Wow, I can read now?!" The novel details what are supposedly childhood memories of the author, from his earliest days as a student until his first few years at work.
Journey with the book's narrator as he reminisces in great detail back to when Nutri Bun prevailed in elementary schools. It's an inexpensive and exciting fieldtrip to the past as the naive and candid anecdotes tickle your heart. After all, the popularity of ABNKKBSNPLAko?! in particular is attributed to an element of nostalgia. Gullible, innocent, and definitely naughty children that we all once were, everyone will at least be able to relate to a experience or two for sure.
The sentimental way the struggles were put into words makes one realize the fragile unfolding of life's irony and the success of Bob Ong's book among Filipinos can easily be attributed to its conversational tone which uses humor to point out various absurdities inherent to Filipino culture.
Feeling blue? Read a random page for a quick pick-me-up! Feeling bored? Busy yourself with reading this and you'll find that time has flied without you even noticing it! The book is also proof that our countrymen have not lost all hope in Filipino literature, instead it's just getting a revamp with a more modern writing style. Check out ABNKKBSNPLAko?! to renew your love in Filipiniana materials!
ABNKKBSNPLAko?! is available at the High School Library in Divine Light Academy Las Piñas. If you're having a hard time looking for it or if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask any of the librarians or staff members present.
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