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In Praise Of: Essays

In this curation, we're spotlighting the essay! 

Essays can offer us exposure to experiences, and perspectives, and essays can be informative or intimate, so reading an essay can feel as if we're at a sharing, or in a conversation with some one we may not get to meet in reality. The essay, after all, is best for you if you'd like to read despite a busy schedule; it's easily finished when you're commuting, in the half an hour before you turn in.

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Singapore: The Air-Conditioned Nation. Essays on the Politics of Comfort and Control, 1990-2000
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Cherian George | Landmark Books

Singapore: The Air-Conditioned Nation. Essays on the Politics of Comfort and Control, 1990-2000

$9.90

Goodreads rating: 4.07

$9.90

As someone interested in Singapore politics and contemporary issues, "Singapore: The Air-Conditioned Nation" is a must-read. Cherian George's collection of stimulating essays provides an insightful analysis of the political success of the ruling People's Action Party and sheds light on the tensions and contradictions inherent in Singapore's system. The book enables readers to gain a more nuanced understanding of the factors shaping Singapore's politics and society.