Singapore in Global History

Singapore in Global History
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Publisher : Amsterdam University Press
Total Pages : 322
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ISBN-10 : 9789048514373
ISBN-13 : 9048514371
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Book Synopsis Singapore in Global History by : Derek Thiam Soon Heng

Download or read book Singapore in Global History written by Derek Thiam Soon Heng and published by Amsterdam University Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This important overview explores the connections between Singapore's past with historical developments worldwide until present day. The contributors analyse Singapore as a city-state seeking to provide an interdisciplinary perspective to the study of the global dimensions contributing to Singapore's growth. The book's global perspective demonstrates that many of the discussions of Singapore as a city-state have relevance and implications beyond Singapore to include Southeast Asia and the world. This vital volume should not be missed by economists, as well as those interested in imperial histor.


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