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

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Rediscover the Kampong Spirit, a Lost Community

Kampong spirit is a heartwarming collection of stories that paints a vivid picture of life in Potong Pasir during the 1950s and 60s. Through the author's eyes, readers are transported to a time when neighbours lived as one community, full of life and colour. The book is a perfect read for history buffs and those looking to reconnect with Singapore's past. Chia's charming writing style makes it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the world of Potong Pasir, reminding us of the importance of community and connection.

  • 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 $11.47
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per
ISBN: 9789814398602
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: $23.18
Authors: Josephine Chia
Date of Publication: 2013-04-15
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs
Related Topics: Memoir
Goodreads rating: 4.05
(rated by 65 readers)

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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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Rediscover the Kampong Spirit, a Lost Community

Kampong spirit is a heartwarming collection of stories that paints a vivid picture of life in Potong Pasir during the 1950s and 60s. Through the author's eyes, readers are transported to a time when neighbours lived as one community, full of life and colour. The book is a perfect read for history buffs and those looking to reconnect with Singapore's past. Chia's charming writing style makes it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the world of Potong Pasir, reminding us of the importance of community and connection.

  • 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.