Fifteen years ago Singapore was faced with a doubtful economic future, with trade-union, racial, religious and communal troubles, and with communist infiltration. Today it boasts the highest per capita income of any East Asian nation except Japan; freedom from economic want; and the best medical and social welfare facilities in the region.
Explores the historical, cultural, and spiritual legacy of Nalanda, the world-renowned Buddhist monastic university that flourished in ancient India. This volume, published by Asoka Mission and Aryan Books International, brings together scholarly essays examining Nalanda’s role as a major intellectual center from the 5th century CE onwards. The book discusses its architectural development, ar…
Dispossessed: The Ordeal of the Palestinians presents a detailed account of the historical and contemporary struggles faced by the Palestinian people. The book explores the roots of displacement, the impact of ongoing conflict, and the social, political, and humanitarian challenges endured across generations. Through historical analysis, personal testimonies, and documented evidence, the author…
This autobiography recounts the life and political journey of Michael Somare, the founding father and first Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea. In Sana, Somare reflects on his early life, his rise as a political leader, and his central role in guiding the nation toward independence in 1975. The book provides personal insights into the challenges of forging a new national identity, negotiating c…
Contents Fureward Prefice Introduction THE NOTION OF INDIA Ashoka the Great Ayurveda Classical Dances Candhi Gautama Buddha Mother Teresa Namaste Rabindranath Tagore Sufism
Contents -Silk, Spices and The Sea -Marking Time -Foreign Voices -In The Fast Lane -Fly India, Fly -Steel The Show -Heal The World -Wonder Drugs -Why India Is It -All Dressed Up
This book provides a comprehensive analysis of Sri Lanka’s foreign policy during the tenure of Prime Minister S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike (1956–1959). It examines the political philosophy and strategic considerations that shaped Bandaranaike’s approach to international relations, particularly his advocacy of nonalignment, regional cooperation, and a foreign policy grounded in national identity …
Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's Indian Philosophy Volume I is a comprehensive study of the early development of Indian philosophy. This book discusses the origins of Indian thought through the Vedas, Upanishads, Buddhism, Jainism, to early orthodox systems. Radhakrishnan places Indian philosophy as a tradition that is dynamic, rational, and relevant to the development of global thought. This volume …
Reflections of Humanity: Two Views of Civilization and the Plight of Man adalah kumpulan refleksi filosofis Ali Shariati mengenai kondisi manusia modern, arah peradaban, dan krisis kemanusiaan yang muncul dari perkembangan sosial, ekonomi, serta budaya kontemporer. Dalam buku ini, Shariati membandingkan dua pandangan besar tentang peradaban: peradaban materialistik Barat yang menurutnya menghas…
This book contains an official explanation and interpretation of the Socialist Constitution of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. It covers the structure of the state, the functions of the Supreme People's Assembly, the status of the Workers' Party of Korea, and the rights and obligations of citizens. The explanations are presented within the context of Juche socialism to affirm the leg…