Kampong Spirit - Gotong Royong : Life in Potong Pasir, 1955 to 1965

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Unique Kampong Spirit - A Slice of Nostalgic Singapore

This book would be a good read for those who want to immerse themselves in the vibrant and close-knit kampong community of 1950s-1960s Singapore. Through the author's poignant and heartfelt storytelling, readers are transported to a time of simplicity, where the kampong spirit of unity and togetherness shines through in the face of challenges. It's a nostalgic journey that will make you reflect on the importance of community and human connection, while also providing a fascinating glimpse into Singapore's history and heritage.

  • Singapore Literature Prize for English Non-Fiction (2014)
  • POPULAR Readers’ Choice Awards Nominee for English (Adult) (2013)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Kampong Spirit - Gotong Royong : Life in Potong Pasir, 1955 to 1965

Regular price $10.31
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ISBN: 9789814398602
Authors: Josephine Chia
Date of Publication: 2013-04-15
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs
Related Topics: Memoir
Goodreads rating: 4.05
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Kampong Spirit brings to life the colorful characters with whom the author, Josephine Chia, grew up with at a kampong in Potong Pasir. But life was anything but simplistic. The book also chronicles Singapore's struggles toward nationhood and through the eyes of Josephine Chia, we get to discover the social and political events that took place during this turbulent time.
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Unique Kampong Spirit - A Slice of Nostalgic Singapore

This book would be a good read for those who want to immerse themselves in the vibrant and close-knit kampong community of 1950s-1960s Singapore. Through the author's poignant and heartfelt storytelling, readers are transported to a time of simplicity, where the kampong spirit of unity and togetherness shines through in the face of challenges. It's a nostalgic journey that will make you reflect on the importance of community and human connection, while also providing a fascinating glimpse into Singapore's history and heritage.

  • Singapore Literature Prize for English Non-Fiction (2014)
  • POPULAR Readers’ Choice Awards Nominee for English (Adult) (2013)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.