By Priyanka Sharma Beyond the Singapore Girl: Discourses of Gender and Nation in Singapore represents a scholarly examination of the symbiotic relationship between gender constructions and national identity within…
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By Priyanka Sharma The New Atlas of Commercial Gazetteer of the Straits Settlements & Federated Malay States, published in 1917, offers a comprehensive exploration of British Malaya’s history, resources,…
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By Amy Lin Did you know how Tan Boo Liat, the great-grandson of Tan Tock Seng, played a pivotal role in backing Sun Yat Sen’s revolutionary activities in Southeast…
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by Nur Diyana This book stands as an invaluable reference for both scholars of ASEAN and those who are interested in the organisation as it encapsulates all pivotal historical…
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By Tim Yap Fuan Kubota Beisen (1852-1906), born to an innkeeper, had a knack for drawing from a young age. Despite his father’s hopes for him to take over…
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By Karen Yap Dive into the captivating world of George Yeo Yong Boon, a prominent figure in Singaporean politics, through the pages of this remarkable book. Inside, you’ll discover…
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By Diyanah Nasuha Binte Omar Bahri Fancy taking a trip to 19th century Southeast Asia? We’ve yet to get our hands on a working time machine, but we can…
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By Chow Chai Khim In Singapore, bilingualism is not just about proficiency in any two languages. Officially, it refers to “English-knowing” bilingualism, where the two languages are English and…
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By Chow Chai Khim Chinese theatre troupes in Southeast Asia have enjoyed widespread recognition, and have tangibly influenced Southeast Asian societies, particularly those with a notable Chinese diasporic presence.…
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By Gandhimathy Durairaj Singapore has long been known for its multiculturalism and the emphasis it places on fostering social harmony and diversity. The city-state is home to a diverse…
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