Historical Dictionary of Malaysia (Volume 71) (Historical Dictionaries of Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East (71)) - Hardcover

Keat Gin, Ooi

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0810859556 ISBN 13: 9780810859555

Publisher: Scarecrow Press, 2009

Synopsis

The Historical Dictionary 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.

About this title

About the Author:

Ooi Keat Gin is professor of history and coordinator of the Asia-Pacific Research Unit (APRU) at the School of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia. He is the chief editor of the International Journal of Asia Pacific Studies.

Review:

Effectively fulfills the vital need for more up-to-date information on this remarkable country. Ooi has provided users with an unequivocally detailed road map for analyzing the cultural, economic, and political intricacies of modern Malaysia.... A great resource for those looking to fill gaps in the areas of Far Eastern relations, economics, and culture. (Booklist, October 2009)

Entries are concise but thorough and well written, and the book benefits from a number of extra featues, such as a list of acronyms and abbreviations, maps, a long chronology, a descriptive introduction, and appendixes. . . . The extensive bibliography, complete with its own table of contents, is an invaluable contribution to Malaysian studies. . . . This is an essential reference work for all programs on this region. (American Reference Books Annual)

A detailed, by-term portrait of the complex nation of Malaysia....A particularly stunning resource is the meticulously composed, 74-page bibliography. Welcome coverage of largely uncharted scholarly territory. (Library Journal, August 2009)

About this edition

• Publisher: Scarecrow Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0810859556
• ISBN 13: 9780810859555
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 552