Mewujudkan Kepedulian dan Keberpihakan: Potret Satu Tahun Pelaksanaan "Citizen Service" di Singapura menampilkan evaluasi dan refleksi terhadap implementasi program "Citizen Service" selama tahun pertamanya di Singapura. Buku ini menguraikan tujuan, strategi, dan praktik program yang dirancang untuk meningkatkan partisipasi warga, memperkuat tanggung jawab sosial, dan mendorong pelayanan publik…
The Chinese have been entering Southeast Asia since the early years of the fifteenth century. By 1941, in Malay alone, there were about 2,580,000 Chinese, outnumbering the natives. The detailed history of this movement into Malaya has been written by Victor Purcell, who delineates the story of the beginnings of contacts and carries it through to July 1947 . Mr Purcell is highly qualified to eng…
Images of Bahrain is a photographic and narrative portrayal of the Kingdom of Bahrain, illustrating its landscape, cultural heritage, and modern development. Through a rich collection of images, the book highlights the country’s unique blend of ancient history and contemporary progress. Traditional souqs, historical forts, and archaeological sites are presented alongside modern architecture, …
Membahas perbedaan budaya serta proses asimilasi antara masyarakat Jawa dan Tionghoa. Kebudayaan Tionghoa dibentuk oleh ajaran Buddha, Taoisme, dan Konfusianisme yang memengaruhi cara berpikir, pola hidup, dan interaksi sosial. Kedua budaya memiliki banyak kesamaan nilai, seperti pandangan tentang hakikat hidup yang penuh perjuangan, pentingnya hidup selaras dengan alam, sikap tolong-menolong, …
Insurgency – 1971 by A. C. Alles provides a detailed account of the 1971 JVP insurrection in Sri Lanka, examining its origins, leadership, and ideological motivations. The book analyzes the political climate and social tensions that allowed the uprising to grow rapidly among youth. Through official records and firsthand insights, Alles describes the government’s countermeasures and the chal…
My Quest for Peace presents J. R. Jayewardene’s reflections on his lifelong efforts to promote peace within Sri Lanka and on the international stage. The book highlights his political journey, key negotiations, and diplomatic initiatives aimed at resolving conflict. Through personal insights, Jayewardene recounts the challenges and complexities of leadership during turbulent times. Overall, t…
Akhir Desember 2008, Israel memborbadir Gaza, Palestina. Hanya satu tujuan, membumihanguskan HAMAS dari bumi Palestina. Upaya ini bukan yang pertama. Sejak memenangi Pemilu 2006, Israel dibantu sekutunya berupaya dengan berbagai cara menghancurkan HAMAS. Mengapa HAMAS begitu dibenci Israel?
This book presents a detailed biography of J. R. Jayewardene, the influential Sri Lankan statesman who became the country’s first executive president. It explores his political journey from his early years, through his rise within the United National Party, to his key role in shaping Sri Lanka’s constitution and economic policies. The authors highlight both his visionary leadership and the …
Ibrahim Abu-Lughod's Palestinian Rights: Affirmation and Denial is a comprehensive study of Palestinian rights within the context of history, politics, and international law. It explores the roots of the Palestine–Israel conflict, explaining how fundamental Palestinian rights—such as the right to land, self-determination, and the right of return—have been recognized by various internation…
The strategic importance of the U.S.–Japan alliance and its implications for regional security in East Asia. Weinstein examines how political, economic, and military factors shape the partnership, focusing on issues such as defense cooperation, regional stability, and responses to emerging security challenges. The book evaluates the roles of major regional actors—China, Korea, Southeast Asi…