Singapore: The Encyclopedia is a comprehensive reference work presenting detailed, authoritative information on the history, culture, society, politics, geography, and notable personalities of Singapore. Published by Editions Didier Millet in association with the National Heritage Board, this richly illustrated encyclopedia features contributions from leading scholars, historians, and subject s…
The PAP Story: The Pioneering Years provides an insider’s account of the early development of the People’s Action Party (PAP) in Singapore. Drawing on firsthand experience, Fong Sip Chee recounts the party’s struggles, political challenges, and key milestones during its formative years. The book highlights the leaders’ strategic decisions, grassroots mobilization, and the ideological fo…
Singapore's former Senior Minister Lee Kuan Yew provides an account of his personal and political life and provides a blow-by-blow chronicle of his dealings with political groups and leaders, both Malaysian and international, on the road to independence. Includes b & w photographs. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland.
"Few gave tiny Singapore much chance of survival when it was granted independence in 1965. How is it, then, that today the former British colonial trading post is a thriving Asian metropolis?" "The story of that transformation is told here by Lee Kuan Yew. Rising from a legacy of divisive colonialism, the devastation of the Second World War, and general poverty and disorder following the withdr…
The Singapore Story by Noel Barber presents a vivid narrative of Singapore’s transformation from a small colonial trading post into a thriving modern nation. The book explores the island’s strategic importance, its multicultural society, and the political struggles that shaped its destiny. Barber highlights key historical events, including wartime challenges and post-independence developmen…
Singapore's interests in international diplomacy do not lend themselves to easy codification, especially in a rapidly changing global environment.
“Lee Kuan Yew: Perjuangan untuk Singapura” karya Alex Josey menggambarkan perjalanan hidup Lee Kuan Yew sebagai arsitek utama modernisasi Singapura. Buku ini menelusuri perjuangannya dalam menghadapi tantangan politik, ekonomi, dan sosial sejak masa kolonial hingga berdirinya negara kota yang mandiri. Melalui narasi yang detail, pembaca diajak melihat strategi kepemimpinan Lee dalam membent…
Singapore: The Island Series offers an engaging visual and narrative exploration of Singapore’s cultural heritage and modern identity. Through vivid illustrations and concise storytelling, Sally Backhouse highlights the island’s unique blend of tradition and progress. The book captures key historical moments that shaped Singapore while celebrating its vibrant everyday life. It serves as an …
This book presents a collection of important documents and analytical commentary related to diplomatic relations between Malaysia (formerly Malaya) and Singapore in the post-independence international context. Peter J. Boyce presents diplomatic sources, government speeches, agreements, and foreign policy analyses that reflect how the two countries manage their bilateral relations and their posi…
Heart of a Lion presents an inspiring collection of real-life stories highlighting courage, resilience, and compassion in the face of adversity. The book showcases how individuals and communities supported by Mercy Relief rise above disaster and hardship with remarkable strength. Through vivid accounts, it reveals the transformative impact of humanitarian aid on restoring hope and dignity. This…