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The period 1955-1957 marked an important transition in Malaya from colonial servitude to political independence. It was also a time in which the newly elected Alliance government, though not completely in control of the reigns of power, began to grapple with the problems of nation-building in a multi-racial society.
This book contains a selection of key speeches by Tunku (Malaysia's founding father) on the policies and problems of the first popularly elected government in Malayan history. Included in this book are speeches the Tunku gave in his capacity as Chief Minister on a variety of topics such as the Baling Talks with the communist insurgents, economic development, Malay culture and the independence negotiations with the British government. A short introduction at the beginning of the book provides readers with relevant background information.
This book contains a selection of key speeches by Tunku (Malaysia's founding father) on the policies and problems of the first popularly elected government in Malayan history. Included in this book are speeches the Tunku gave in his capacity as Chief Minister on a variety of topics such as the Baling Talks with the communist insurgents, economic development, Malay culture and the independence negotiations with the British government. A short introduction at the beginning of the book provides readers with relevant background information.
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- PublisherCoronet Books Inc.
- Publication date2007
- ISBN 10 9679780376
- ISBN 13 9789679780376
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages195
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Malaysia: The Road to Independence
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Pelanduk Publications
(2007)
ISBN 10: 9679780376
ISBN 13: 9789679780376
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 2007 printing, with foreword by Bruce Gale. Spine is uncreased, binding tight and sturdy; text also very good. NOT ex-library. Light crease to bottom front corner, sunning to spine. Ships same or next business day from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Seller Inventory # 314463
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