books
Semai Artist Produces Book for Children
A young Semai artist has produced, with the help of others, a children’s book that addresses the environmental issues faced by young Malaysians. The Star, a prominent Malaysian newspaper, featured the new book in a story on July 8. Saluji Yeok So Alu, the 26-year old artist, recently completed his second book, entitled Let the […]
Children’s Book Features a Semai Folk Tale
A 23-year old Semai graphic designer has written and illustrated a children’s book that shares a folk tale he first heard as a child. He hopes it will help preserve the traditions of his people. The book, written by Saluji Yeok So Alu in Malay and translated into Mandarin, was officially launched at the Selangor […]
Why the Amish Use Libraries [journal article review]
Although averse to having electronic devices in their homes or businesses, the Amish do use their local libraries to send and receive e-mails, place online orders, use fax services, and check their business websites. They tend to be proficient in using library online public access catalogs, in placing holds for materials, and in checking their […]
