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Nostalgic journey through Singapore's transformative years.
If you're intrigued by how societies evolve, especially through the lens of personal narratives, "Got Singapore" could serve as a compelling portal for you. Richard Lim's reflections will not only take you through the formative years of Singapore but also offer a universal tale of growth amidst change—a resonant read for anyone interested in the intertwining of the personal and the historical.
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ISBN: 9789813056510
Authors:
Richard Lim
Publisher: Angsana Books
Date of Publication: 2002-02-25
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 2.55
(rated by 11 readers)
Description
It was probably a first in the long history of The Straits Times, a personal essay that took up an entire 16-page section of the paper. That essay, published on National Day in 1989, and which won the in-house Story of the Year award, is a reflection of the changes that accompanied Singapore's independence as a nation, and how these changes, from the 1960s through to the 1980's, shaped one Singaporean in his growing-up years. Although a personal testimony, it resonated with many other Singaporeans. Published again in this collection of essays and columns, it will certainly help younger readers understand the context in which the country's baby-boomer generation grew up. The essay, together with the other pieces which were picked from among the author's published writings throughout the 1990s and in the last two years, is really 'A Singapore Story', hence the very Singaporean title of this book, Got Singapore. It is Singapore literature, even if written on the run.
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.
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This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.
*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.
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