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1819

by Isa Kamari, R. Krishnan
1819
1819

Historical drama intertwines founding figures of Singapore.

If history piques your interest, "1819" offers a fascinating blend of fact and fiction, revealing the dynamics between Stamford Raffles and Habib Nuh, two iconic figures whose impact on Singapore's development is undeniable. Through the pages of this book, you'll find yourself immersed in the rich cultural tapestry and the complex political landscape of early 19th-century Singapore, an intriguing narrative that brings to life the stories of individuals who shaped a nation.

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.

1819

by Isa Kamari, R. Krishnan
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ISBN: 9789833221424
Authors: Isa Kamari, R. Krishnan
Publisher: Silverfish Books
Date of Publication: 2013-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction
Goodreads rating: 4.02
(rated by 64 readers)

Description

1819. That was the year Stamford Raffles landed at South Point and founded Singapore. It was also the year that the famous Muslim saint Habib Nuh came to Singapore from Penang. The story unfolds the tense and colourful relationship between the two significant figures in Singapore history between the early and late 1800s. Other characters that shaped the social, economic and political developments of the Malays in Singapore then were Sultan Hussein, Temenggung Abdul Rahman, Wak Cantuk, Munshi Abdullah, William Farquhar and John Crawfurd.
 

Historical drama intertwines founding figures of Singapore.

If history piques your interest, "1819" offers a fascinating blend of fact and fiction, revealing the dynamics between Stamford Raffles and Habib Nuh, two iconic figures whose impact on Singapore's development is undeniable. Through the pages of this book, you'll find yourself immersed in the rich cultural tapestry and the complex political landscape of early 19th-century Singapore, an intriguing narrative that brings to life the stories of individuals who shaped a nation.

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.