Download or read book Malaysia Portrait of a Nation written by Wendy Khadijah Moore and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2002-12-15 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring beautiful photographs of Malaysia along with insightful historical commentary, this visual guide to Malaysia is a wonderful exploration of Asia's tropical peninsula. Lying at the heart of Southeast Asia, Malaysia offers a panoply of Asian colors, impressions, smells, noises, tastes and experiences—all in one country! This beautifully illustrated volume captures the many faces and facets of Malaysia: its diverse flora and fauna, the charm of its peoples, the variety of their lifestyles, religious beliefs, festivals, arts, crafts and cuisine, the blend of modern and centuries-old architectural styles, and the attractions of its cities—the capital Kuala Lumpur, old Penang and historic Melaka—and its tropical island resorts. This is the perfect introduction to this diverse Southeast Asian nation with over 140 stunning color photographs and an informative and insightful text.
Download or read book Portrait of a Nation written by and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book History Of Ancient India portraits Of A Nation 1 e written by Kapur and published by Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd. This book was released on 2010 with total page 732 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The A to Z of Malaysia written by Ooi Keat Gin and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2010 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The A to Z of Malaysia encapsulates the development of Malaysia from prehistory to the early years of the 21st century. It covers not only Malaysia's history but also its politics, economy, multiethnic society, multiculturalism, scientific and technological developments, and the state of its environment. A host of contemporary issues and challenges are featured, including ethnic polarization, economic equity, and polygamy; concepts like Ketuanan Melayu (Malay Dominance), "Malaysian Malaysia," "Malay," and Islam Hadhari (Civilizational Islam); and terms like "Ali Baba" business, kiasi, bejalai, and "Twenty Points." Over 500 cross-referenced dictionary entries are contained in this reference, covering everything from ethno-historical entries to those on culinary favorites and personalities. A chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and a bibliography complement the dictionary entries, enhancing the authoritative and up-to-date information provided.
Download or read book The Land and People of Malaysia and Brunei written by John S. Major and published by HarperCollins Publishers. This book was released on 1991 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces the history, geography, people, culture, government, and economy of Malaysia and Brunei.
Download or read book Awesome Art Malaysia 10 Works from the Land of Mountains Everyone Should Know written by Rahel Joseph and published by National Gallery Singapore. This book was released on 2019-07-31 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the wonderful world of Malaysian art! Get to know 10 of Malaysia’s most awesome artists through fascinating facts about their lives and beautiful full-colour reproductions of their works. With bold, playful illustrations, Awesome Art Malaysia provides readers with an understanding not just of art and how it is created, but what influences it, from nature to culture. This book teems with fun and engaging activities that inspire hours of creativity at home or in the classroom. Awesome Art Malaysia is another title in the Awesome Art series, which seeks to make art accessible to the young and young at heart.
Download or read book Malaysia written by Cheah Boon Kheng and published by Institute of Southeast Asian Studies. This book was released on 2002 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Focuses on Malaysia's four Prime Ministers as nation-builders, observing that each one of them when he became Prime Minister was transformed from being the head of the Malay party, UMNO, to that of the leader of a multi-ethnic nation. Each began his political career as an exclusivist Malay nationalist but became an inclusivist.
Download or read book Malaysia s Canvas written by James H. Springer and published by Gerakbudaya Enterprise. This book was released on with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In February 2014, an international colony of young, freewheeling and footloose artists held a group exhibition that would stand as a pivotal turning point for the future of George Town, Penang. It was an exhibition destined to make the artists household names, infamous for boldly swinging into parties and installing challenging art onto Southeast Asian walls. It would also spell the return of George Town to a worldwide destination, a city relegated to backwater ashes rising to heights shared by heritage, culture, and cosmopolitanism. In this personal exposé, James H. Springer documents the lives and times of artists during the period of 2010 to 2016, telling the story of George Town’s gentrification through their own influential experiences. Through childhood memories, artistic inspirations, fluctuating relationships and artwork – learn how these young artists lay a new path for George Town going into unpredictable times. During what could arguably be described as Malaysia’s most troubling political era, Springer describes how the flourishing of art in George Town gave its population a much needed respite from federal government tomfoolery. In addition, George Town’s rising art scene gave Penang State a leg up in economic prosperity, creating an unheard of level of opportunity that would either be capitalised on or squandered. Malaysia’s Canvas lays bare the reality of being an artist in a developing country and the change it can inspire, with no holds barred.
Download or read book Masterpieces from the National Art Gallery of Malaysia written by Balai Seni Lukis Negara (Malaysia) and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Landmarks of Malaysia written by Take Bane Lim and published by Didier Millet,Csi. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Malaysia is a multifaceted country ethnically, culturally, linguistically and religiously and it is this diversity that makes it so fascinating. This harmonious blend extends even to the nation s architecture. Landmarks of Malaysia: 365 Watercolours by Chin Kon Yit will bring together the landmarks of the entire country including the Peninsula, Sabah and Sarawak. From remote Bajau Laut water villages to the Petronas Twin Towers, the breathtaking architecture and natural landscapes of the country s 12 states, and of the federal territories, will be recorded in vibrant watercolour and delicate sketches by acclaimed artist Chin Kon Yit. Accompanying the sketches will be descriptions that provide insights into the locations features. The collection of paintings will be preceded by two introductions. One, on the architectural inheritance captured in the paintings, by architect Lim Take Bane, the other, on Kon Yit s paintings as art, by artist, curator and writer Anurendra Jegadeva. Readers of the book will be taken on a nationwide tour as seen through the eyes of the artist with his sketchbook in hand. Looking at this book, Malaysians and visitors alike will be reminded of the country s rich architectural heritage and of the cultural diversity that is the hallmark of Malaysian society today."
Download or read book Contemporary Asian Artistic Expressions and Tourism written by Paolo Mura and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-07-09 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the relationship between tourism/tourists and expressions of contemporary Asian art (for example, artists, objects, intangible artistic productions, digital manifestations, etc) in Asian and non-Asian tourist spaces/experiences. Although the nexus between art and tourism has not been neglected in the literature, work on contemporary art and tourism is lacking, and this is particularly true within the context of non-Western societies. This volume creates a timely counterpoint to the existing dominance of a Western-centric body of knowledge in the area. The book considers how encounters between tourists and expressions of Asian contemporary art may produce possibilities for challenging, re-evaluating or reasserting crystallized frames of understanding and, as such, is of value to a multi-disciplinary audience.
Download or read book The United States and Malaysia written by James W. Gould and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 1969 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume, a discerning examination of what might be termed Greater Malaysia, is the first comprehensive analysis of American-Malaysian relations and Malaysian foreign policy. A strategic geographic position and rich natural resources lend obvious importance to this region, which encompasses Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei. But it is especially significant for its extraordinary political, cultural, and economic accomplishments. Achieving a peaceful transition from British colonies to independence, Malaysia and Singapore formed strong democratic governments and assumed an increasingly responsible role in the international community. The Malay, Chinese, and Indian residents of this area are a fine example of three communities of differing race, religion, and way of life existing together in harmony and cooperation. And the economic system, a successful combination of free enterprise and an extensive social welfare program, continues its stable development. Mr. Gould introduces his work with a geographic description of the lands, a lively ethnographic portrait of each of the three major racial communities, and a brief history of the numerous cultures that have had an impact on the Malaysian peoples. He then examines the governments of Malaysia, which have the problem of "creating a nation out of a multi-racial society in which communalism and local interests are far stronger than the sense of nationalism." Proceeding to the larger problem of establishing a Malaysian nation, he analyzes the forces promoting unity and disunity. Surveying Malaysia's economic progress, the author notes its dependence on the United States, the biggest buyer of Malaysia's rubber and tin, and he projects sustained economic growth. He then discusses Malaysia's regional and international relations, outlining those factors that influence its foreign policy. Concluding with a perceptive interpretation of the United States's connection to the area, he highlights the long history of friendship; the economic interdependence; the American commitment to help Malaysia maintain its political independence and further develop its viable economy; and recent aid and political relations.
Download or read book Area Handbook for Malaysia written by Nena Vreeland and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Contemporary Paintings of Malaysia written by Balai Seni Lukis Negara (Malaysia) and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Reluctant Politician written by Kee Beng Ooi and published by Institute of Southeast Asian Studies. This book was released on 2006 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A biography of Malaysia's powerful Home Affairs Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Tun Dr Ismail Abdul Rahman. Includes facts about Malaysian and Singaporean history, as well as insights into the processes of decolonization and nation building.
Download or read book God s Destiny for Your Nation written by John Sin Hock Tay and published by Armour Publishing Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2008 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Nations National Narratives and Communities in the Asia Pacific written by Norman Vasu and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-09-05 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many states in the Asia Pacific region are not built around a single homogenous people, but rather include many large, varied, different national groups. This book explores how states in the region attempt to develop commonality and a nation and the difficulties that arise. It discusses the consequences which ensue when competing narratives clash, and examines the nature of resistance to dominant narratives which arise. It considers the problems in a wide range of countries in the region including Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea, Australia and New Zealand.
