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Lost Times and Untold Tales from the Malay World
Inspired by the wry yet deeply scholarly perspectives of Australian philologist Ian Proudfoot, the editors bring together a distinguished group of international scholars who look at calendars and time, royal myths, colonial expeditions, printing, propaganda, theater, art, Islamic manuscripts, erotic literature, and many other topics from wholly unexpected angles.
Paperback, 396 pages
Published
July 31st 2009
by Nus Press
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Those acquainted with the history and culture of the "Malay world" will find this book an unusual read. Written by a distinguished group of international scholars covering a gamut of topic from trivia of 'pink pills' elevating hapless colonials from their tropical aliments to royal myths and Islamic mysticism and a lot more. Approached from unexpected angles in a witty and amusing manner bringing fresh insight into the history of the region. Definitely more interesting, informative and exciting...more
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