Chronicle of Singapore, 1959-2009
Author | : Peter H. L. Lim |
Publisher | : Editions Didier Millet |
Total Pages | : 382 |
Release | : 2009 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789814217750 |
ISBN-13 | : 9814217751 |
Rating | : 4/5 (50 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This lavishly illustrated volume captures the entire dramatic sweep of Singapore¿s modern history ¿ from its declaration of independence in 1959 to today. Organised in chronological order, with each year¿s coverage starting with a succinct summary of its key events, Chronicle of Singapore covers not only the nation¿s defining political and economic events, but also the more human side of Singapore ¿ sports, fashion, music, the arts, architecture, and culture ¿ giving readers the broadest possible coverage. Anyone who has visited or lived in this most unique of modern city nations will be enthralled by this pictorial and narrative history.