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The Encyclopedia of Malaysia: Early Modern History, 1800-1940

by Boon Kheng Cheah
The Encyclopedia of Malaysia: Early Modern History, 1800-1940
The Encyclopedia of Malaysia: Early Modern History, 1800-1940

In-depth exploration of Malaysia's transformative years.

If you're someone who finds the intricate tapestry of Malaysian history fascinating, especially through a period of profound transformation and growth, this encyclopedia offers an unprecedented dive. The details you'll uncover about the changes from 1800 to 1940 will not just inform you, but they'll transport you through time, offering a rich context to a nation's journey.

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.

The Encyclopedia of Malaysia: Early Modern History, 1800-1940

by Boon Kheng Cheah
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ISBN: 9789813018471
Authors: Boon Kheng Cheah
Publisher: Archipelago Press (SG)
Date of Publication: 1998-01-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Politics, Sociology
Related Topics: Sociology, American History, Social Issues, History, World History, Politics, Social Justice, Biography, Society
Goodreads rating: 4.2
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Description

This volume covers the history of the Malay Peninsula, Sabah and Sarawak (the areas forming present-day Malaysia) from 1800 until 1940. It begins by exploring the indigenous state and society of the Malay Peninsula and Borneo, focusing on the traditional political and social structure of the time and the occupations of the people. This is followed by an examination of the beginnings of an export economy with the establishment of trading ports in Penang and Singapore, the opening up of Johor, and the beginnings of Perak's tin-mining industry. The spread of British imperialism and the evolution of the sultanates of Johor, Pahang, Selangor and the confederacy of Negeri Sembilan are then explored. The stories of how British adventurer James Brooke became the white rajah of Sarawak, and how the territory of Sabah was acquired by a British chartered company, are also told. The implementation of the federal system on the Peninsula and developments in Sabah and Sarawak are analyzed with special reference to events and personalities. Emphasis is placed on the importance of Chinese and Indian immigrants, not only to the establishment and growth of the tin and rubber industries but also to political developments in the Peninsula and the changing face of the population. The volume concludes with the details of the development of a modern state in the period before World War II as urban centres and transportation, education
 

In-depth exploration of Malaysia's transformative years.

If you're someone who finds the intricate tapestry of Malaysian history fascinating, especially through a period of profound transformation and growth, this encyclopedia offers an unprecedented dive. The details you'll uncover about the changes from 1800 to 1940 will not just inform you, but they'll transport you through time, offering a rich context to a nation's journey.

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.