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Singapore's evolution through intimate, arresting narratives.
If you're intrigued by the cultural and societal transformations of Singapore, "Middle and First" by TAY offers a prismatic view of a nation in flux. The stories are a tapestry of personal and collective journeys that mirror the changing landscape of Singapore from the '90s and beyond. It's a poignant read for those interested in the interplay between tradition and modernity, shaped by the lens of family, duty, and identity.
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ISBN: 9789814189675
Authors:
Simon Tay
Publisher: Landmark Books
Date of Publication: 2016-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 2.89
(rated by 18 readers)
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A collection of short stories in two groups. “First” relates closely to the Singapore of the 1990s when an old way of life loses its grip in a fast-changing society. “My Grandfather Tim” – a sequel to “My Cousin Tim” the author’s earlier story which has captured public imagination, unravels the accepted truths of a family’s history. In “Grandmother: A Horror Story”, a man exorcises the domineering spirit of his grandmother. Two women in opposite continents confront who they are expected to be in “A Sisters’ Correspondence”.
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Singapore's evolution through intimate, arresting narratives.
If you're intrigued by the cultural and societal transformations of Singapore, "Middle and First" by TAY offers a prismatic view of a nation in flux. The stories are a tapestry of personal and collective journeys that mirror the changing landscape of Singapore from the '90s and beyond. It's a poignant read for those interested in the interplay between tradition and modernity, shaped by the lens of family, duty, and identity.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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