Republika Penerbit is a Jakarta-based publishing company. We publish books with genres ranging from religious (Islamic books), nonfiction, biography, historical fiction, contemporary fiction, fantasy, picture books, to comics. Some of our fiction has been adapted into films and there will be more to be filmed.
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Cassava Republic Presswas founded with the aim of bringing high quality fiction and non-fiction for adults and children alike to a global audience.
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Und spätestens hier, kurz nach der Überquerung der Grenze zur »Republika Srpska« von Bosnien, hörten wir drei Männer im Auto auf, unsere serbische Wintergeschichte frühsommerlich zu wiederholen; hörten überhaupt auf, die Personen einer bereits geschehenen und aufgeschriebenen Geschichte zu sein; und spätestens nach dem folgenden Abend, der Nacht und dem folgenden Tag in Višegrad schien es dann nötig, oder nützlich, zu unserer Wintergeschichte diesen Nachtrag oder Zusatz zu machen.
This book discusses the recreation of mountain climbing in Peninsular Malaysia. This book was written to provide information about mountains in Peninsular Malaysia for mountain climbers. Since the book sees mountain climbing as a recreational activity, it also outlines the relationship between recreation and leisure, sports and tourism. As a guide to climbers and organizers of climbing activities, this book discusses their roles and responsibilities from a legal, regulatory and government agency perspective; the position of the mountains that are the main focus of the climber according to the main mountain ranges; as well as the chosen mountain climb paths; and provides concise information about the hiking paths.
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This book discusses the prospects and challenges of the archaeotourism sector in Malaysia, one of the tourism industry’s subsectors. Recent findings showed that the tourism industry is a popular and increasingly significant economic sector in Malaysia. The mainstream media discusses frequently issues related to the tourism industry due to its ability to contribute to Malaysia’s economy. In addition to various forms of promotion, incentive schemes and initiatives have also been introduced to improve the tourism industry. As a result, several new subsectors have emerged in the tourism industry, including the archaeotourism sector.
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This book is about the integration of science and technology in the Malay world from universities and research institutes researchers. It also defines the interaction of “budi” (wisdom/intellect) and science in 15 chapters. The elements of civilizational wisdom are used as the basis for examining the developed world, producing scientific thinking, and developing technology.
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Capture the bustle and beauty of life around the Historic City of Melaka through sketches. This journal features sketches along with descriptions of four streets around the Historic City of Melaka namely Jalan Hang Jebat, Jalan Tokong, Jalan Tukang Emas and Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock. The urban life scene is illustrated through a variety of hand-sketch techniques that are proudly performed directly at the scene. It reflects the everyday life of the urban community through the lens of architecture students in exploring the meaning and image of a city.
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Roots Living Heritage presents a collection of 17 writers and 18 narratives about Malaysia and its sons and daughters who, in their own unique way, have achieved much in their lives and contributed in no small way to the nation’s heritage. Their stories are told from the perspective chosen by the writers, thus displaying an array of personal insights which are captivatingly rich and interesting. Of considerable historical value are the episodes and events arising out of the diverse socio-cultural and political life of the nation.
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This book is about the musical life and traditions of the Mah Meri of Kampung Sungai Bumbun, Carey Island, Malaysia from the early 1900s to the early 2000s. Through ethnographic fieldwork, the stories of Mah Meri villagers about the musinians, musical styles, musical instruments, song texts and interaction with music from various cultures are detailed.
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This anthology of traditional and classical works is a collection of poetry and fiction, legal digests, epistles and religious treatises, narrated, sung or written in the Malay language, in the Malay Archipelago. This language was and is widespread in the Malay Peninsula, Singapore, Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei, in Kalimantan, (Indonesian Borneo), including Pontianak, Ketapang, Sintang, Banjarmasin, Kutai and Samarinda. It was the lingua franca for most of Insular Southeast Asia and even in parts of Continental Southeast Asia, and to be found in Southern Thailand, in the provinces of Satun, Patani and Nakorn Sithammarat, and some islands in Southern Philippines. This time-span of traditional Malay literature covers a period from the earliest beginnings of oral works, through the inscriptions on stone and metal, and through further developments in oral storytelling, the advent of writing. In the decades of the 18th and 19th centuries a collision with western colonial powers and their cultures has resulted in a literature that reflected this traumatic confrontation and also, the so-called ‘modern’ elements. Along with this too we notice the rise of the new genres of the report, the travelogue, the autobiography and biography, which interestingly are prominent antecedents of modern literature.
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This collection of essays has been written by Malaysian and French scholars. At the same time, he was also a renowned novelist, who could read and draw on the meaningful aspects of the lives of the races in the country. He foregrounded their courtesy in their cross-racial relationships, and also, the sophistication of their literary expression that has captured the attention of many countries. His novel, Malaisie, has been translated into several languages; its Malaysian rendition is Nurani Tanah Melayu. These two contributions, in the rubber and palm oil industries, are now growing green and healthy, and his Malaysian narrative has also brought the proud face and soul of Malaysia to the world.
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The Dewa Pechil tale teaches we cannot succeed alone. The loyalty of Cemara Bermas and her followers are needed for Dewa Pechil's revival. Through the effort of this heroic princess and her followers and their wiliness to abandon a corrupt society, Dewa Pechil is restored and the wilderness is no longer wild. The story reflects important Southeast Asian values of loyalty and community support and sociality as essential for a meaningful life. This pro-social tale shows that empathy and altruism counter greed and self-interest. for non-Malay, readers the story will introduce traditional Malay cultural values. For insiders, child or adult, it is a message in narrative form from ancestors about how to be Malay.
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Kelantan is rich in traditional art such as dikir barat, makyung, menora, shadow play, main peteri, bageh and a few others. These arts are among those that have been established for centuries in the state of Kelantan, growing and not only nationally but internationally, for example dikir barat, makyung and shadow play. Even Makyung in 2005, was named as UNESCO's World Intangible Cultural Heritage. The book attempts to explore the art of shadow play through the highlight of the involvement of a mastermind, the now-famous Tok Dalang Che Ann in Kelantan state. The art of ever- refreshing shadow play is a very unique performing art. Using beautifully carved statues, the use of curtains and the effects of shadows, shadow play has been presented for public viewing since time immemorial, as well as famous among local and foreign tourists. The book was produced in conjunction with the launch of the National Cultural Policy or DAKEN (2021) last October that emphasized the importance of art and heritage.
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The Cultural Value Framework Book in the Oral Stories of the Aborigine of Temiar, Gua Musang, Kelantan, is a study and analysis of some of the original oral stories presented by Ibrahim Marajiah, an experienced storyteller. All of these oral stories focus on the discovery of common values that are familiar to the aborigines of Temiar, Gua Musang, Kelantan from ancient times and nurtured to this day. In addition, the cultural framework approach has been a deductive study of each analysis of the values of indigenous oral stories to make their production and discussion more robust. A string of these great collaborations can contain some of the original oral stories of the Aborigine of Temiar, Gua Musang, Kelantan such as Buah Mangkung dengan Seekor Anjing, Burung Kuang dengan Harimau, Bertindak Tanpa Akal, Sepakat Menyelamatkan Diri, Sang Kura-kura yang Bijaksana, Cucu yang Bijaksana, Pengail yang Pintar, Tangkal Hikmah dan Manusia Jelmaan Anjing. In this regard, readers will have a better understanding of the details of the values contained in the oral stories of the Temiar native, Gua Musang, Kelantan to serve as a foundation for great self-esteem for the soul and body.
Of Stars and Prayers is the second book of “Learning Islam in a Fun Way for Children” series. This book consists of a collection of stories about prayer; prayer for parents, prayer for studying, and expressions of gratitude. Nothing can match the beauty and glory of prayer. Prayer is a form of appreciation and attention to others, the environment, ourselves, especially to the Creator. Written for 7-12-year-old children. This is based on one of Islamic teachings and is retold in the form of fairy tales so that children will get excited while learning about Islamic teachings. This book also encourages children to care about others and the environment. The book is decorated with beautiful illustrations by Eorg, who had won a number of awards, such as the first winner of Wacom Speed Painting in 2012 and the second winner at Samsung Kids Time award in 2015.
In the Name of God is the first book of “Learning Islam in a Fun Way for Children” series. This book consists of stories of Kalimah Tayyibah (good wirds): bismillah, alhamdulillah, subhanallah, assalamu'alaikum, lailahaillallah, and astaghfirullah with stories, so that their meaning is easier to be understood and applied in daily life by children. Aimed for children age 7-12 years old. This is written based on Islamic teachings. The book is decorated with beautiful illustration by Eorg, who had won a number of awards, such as first winner of Wacom Speed Painting in 2012 and second winner at Samsung Kids Time award 2015.
Ahmad and His Lamb is the third book of “Learning Islam in a Fun Way for Children” series. The Prophet, Muhammad Saw., gave an example of amazing honesty and simplicity of life. The stories in this book are the examples. Some through ordinary human figures. As the extraordinary actions carried out by the Prophet were not something unreachable, but could be imitated by anyone, including us. It would be wonderful if we could apply this example in our daily life. This book won the Best Children Fiction Book and Best Illustration in 2017 Islamic Book Award.
Ablution is believed to be able to cure various diseases. As through ablution, almost 500 energy points of acupuncture will be exposed to water, and it helps repair the body's nerve cells. On the face, there are 84 points of energy, hand 95 points, head 64 points, ears 125 points, and feet 125 points. In addition, ablution combines four medical techniques, from classical to modern methods, ranging from acupuncture, reflection, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), to Spiritual Emotional Freedom Technique (SEFT).
This book summarizes the art of archery practiced by Muslims throughout the thirteen centuries of Islamic civilization history. That is since the time of the Prophet Muhammad Saw. in the 7th century until the collapse of the Ottoman Turkish Sultanate in 1922. Based on research and discussion with various sources, this book reviews the history of archery in Islamic civilization, its actors, manners and morals, and archery fiqh.
A clairtangent girl. A memory that was brought to life. A young man who escaped death. And a promise to take care of each other. Rhea Rafanda, a grade 12 student, has clairtangency ability. She can read memories through touch. With her talent, she helps the police solve dead-end cases and is given a code name, Clair. However, memories of violence and death can physically hurt and even block Rhea's memory. For that reason, Rhea was kept away from traumatic cases. When the case of Aidan Narayana's death emerge, Rhea breaks the keep-away-from-traumatic-cases-rule and gets involved in the case. She could hardly believe that the classmate she admired and was her first love was suicidal. Rhea must bring Aidan's memory to life to find clues. What if Aidan left her unexpected messages? What if her own hidden memories come to the surface? To uncover the truth and protecting the loved ones, Rhea must exert her clairtangency beyond the limit.
Fahri bin Abdillah is an Indonesian student who tried to reach his master's degree at Al-Azhar. He struggles with various targets and the simplicity of life. He makes a living by translating religious books. Fahri goes through everything enthusiastically except one: getting married. Courtship before marriage is not his thing. Throughout his life, the only women in his life are his grandmother, mother, and sister. Moving to Egypt has changed that. There is Maria Girgis. A neighbor who is Christian but admire the Qur'an, and admire Fahri. Her admiration turns into love. Unfortunately, Maria only expresses her feelings in her diary. And there is also Noura, a neighbor who is tortured by her own father. Fahri empathizes with Noura and wants to help her. What he feels toward her is only empathy. But Noura expects more. Lastly, comes Aisha into his life. A girl he defends in a heated debate in a metro. Each of the three girls has a role that will shape Fahri's life. But who will betray him? Who will die? And who will stay by his side?
Over the period, maqāsid al-Sharī’ah has been promoted as the key reform for Islamic finance practices. This subject reflects the idea of achieving maṣlaḥah through the implementation of Sharīʿah rulings. As a result, maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah plays essential roles both in establishing regulations and in developing products in Islamic finance industry. Nevertheless, applying maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah sometimes becomes a matter of dispute in terms of its application. This includes to interpret Shari’ah rulings and to implement them in actual situations, in which some scholars claim that maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah is misused by certain groups to justify controversial practices. In this regard, this book attempts to clarify the concept of maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah and its application in Islamic finance. With a combination between theory and the current practices in the industry particularly in Malaysia, it highlights a fresh and in-depth discussion regarding the subject.
