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People Matter: Essays by David Chan

by Dr David Chan
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Insightful essays on crucial Singapore social issues.

If you have an interest in societal dynamics, this collection is especially pertinent. David Chan's incisive essays will engage your thoughts on diverse topics that are not just critical to understanding contemporary Singapore but also resonate on a larger scale with global relevance. "People Matter" delves deep into the intersection of individual perspectives and collective policy making, offering a profound look at the human element in governance and societal progress.

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.
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People Matter: Essays by David Chan

by Dr David Chan
$19.90 Now $9.90 Save 50%
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ISBN: 9789814689021
Authors: Dr David Chan
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
Date of Publication: 2015-05-18
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Sociology, Personal Development, Politics
Related Topics: Political Science, Sociology, Government, Society, Social Issues, Politics, Social Justice
Goodreads rating: 3.0
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This book is a collection of twenty-one essays by Professor David Chan, which first appeared in The Straits Times from October 2011 to January 2015. The essays cover a wide range of topics including happiness and well-being, fairness perceptions, the immigration debate, population policies, social cohesion, social mobility, trust in society, public expectations, rationality and emotions, approaches to policy making, modes of thinking, democracy, shared values and principles, and the social compact between people and Government in Singapore. The common theme that runs through these essays is what David calls "People Matter".
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Insightful essays on crucial Singapore social issues.

If you have an interest in societal dynamics, this collection is especially pertinent. David Chan's incisive essays will engage your thoughts on diverse topics that are not just critical to understanding contemporary Singapore but also resonate on a larger scale with global relevance. "People Matter" delves deep into the intersection of individual perspectives and collective policy making, offering a profound look at the human element in governance and societal progress.

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.