Books with title Open the Suitcase

With The Blue Suitcase, CAS le Hane presents a poignant and articulate account of South Africa through a dramatisation of his own personal experiences. Life in South Africa is inextricably tied to politics, separate development and discrimination. In this debut biographical novel Le Hane tells the story of Samuel Levy aged four years and three months when he joins his sister, Jane, at a boarding school. This whimsical story evolves to expose several deep rooted secrets which plague some families.Sam's inspirational mother, selfless people and even those who erred are introduced and described without judgement or label. Throughout, the complex relationship Sam shares with his frequently absent father informs many experiences and disclosures as he develops from boy to man. This powerful story unfolds from late 1960 through to present day South Africa. Several gripping renditions serve to elicit a better understanding of a beautiful but socially maimed country, South Africa. The Blue Suitcase is illuminating in both its honesty and contains Le Hane's unapologetic vision for a better future.

With The Blue Suitcase, CAS le Hane presents a poignant and articulate account of South Africa through a dramatisation of his own personal experiences. Life in South Africa is inextricably tied to politics, separate development and discrimination. In this debut biographical novel Le Hane tells the story of Samuel Levy aged four years and three months when he joins his sister, Jane, at a boarding school. This whimsical story evolves to expose several deep rooted secrets which plague some families.Sam's inspirational mother, selfless people and even those who erred are introduced and described without judgement or label. Throughout, the complex relationship Sam shares with his frequently absent father informs many experiences and disclosures as he develops from boy to man. This powerful story unfolds from late 1960 through to present day South Africa. Several gripping renditions serve to elicit a better understanding of a beautiful but socially maimed country, South Africa. The Blue Suitcase is illuminating in both its honesty and contains Le Hane's unapologetic vision for a better future.

When Andy West's parents get divorced, the plucky 10-year-old is left without a home to call her own. Both her parents have remarried, and Andy finds herself shuttling back and forth between their houses--one week with Mom and "Bill the Baboon," one week with Dad and Carrie. Living out of a suitcase is tough, but having five new stepbrothers and sisters is even tougher. Her parents say Andy should be happy to have two wonderful new families. But Andy wants her old family back. She wants to live with her mom and dad in their beloved Mulberry Cottage. Andy knows that's not going to happen, though, because real life isn't a fairy tale.From the Hardcover edition.

A beautiful and touching journey of one little dragon fleeing a home that has become dangerous and finding refuge in a new place and with new friends.The Red Suitcase is a simple and allegorical story with evocative illustrations and minimal text depicting the plight of refugees. From the unrest they leave behind, the treacherous journey they undertake, the fear they are met with and finally the acceptance and helping hand that is, and should always, be offered to them. The Red Suitcase tells this story in its simplest form in a way that young children can understand and enjoy as one of friendship and acceptance.

When Andy West's parents get divorced, the plucky 10-year-old is left without a home to call her own. Both her parents have remarried, and Andy finds herself shuttling back and forth between their houses--one week with Mom and "Bill the Baboon," one week with Dad and Carrie. Living out of a suitcase is tough, but having five new stepbrothers and sisters is even tougher. Her parents say Andy should be happy to have two wonderful new families. But Andy wants her old family back. She wants to live with her mom and dad in their beloved Mulberry Cottage. Andy knows that's not going to happen, though, because real life isn't a fairy tale.