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Singapore: The Air-Conditioned Nation. Essays on the Politics of Comfort and Control, 1990-2000

by Cherian George
RM47.89 MYR
Singapore: The Air-Conditioned Nation. Essays on the Politics of Comfort and Control, 1990-2000
Singapore: The Air-Conditioned Nation. Essays on the Politics of Comfort and Control, 1990-2000

Insightful commentary on Singapore's political dynamics.

As someone interested in Singapore politics and contemporary issues, "Singapore: The Air-Conditioned Nation" is a must-read. Cherian George's collection of stimulating essays provides an insightful analysis of the political success of the ruling People's Action Party and sheds light on the tensions and contradictions inherent in Singapore's system. The book enables readers to gain a more nuanced understanding of the factors shaping Singapore's politics and society.

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.

Singapore: The Air-Conditioned Nation. Essays on the Politics of Comfort and Control, 1990-2000

by Cherian George
RM47.89 MYR
ISBN: 9789813065468
Authors: Cherian George
Publisher: Landmark Books
Date of Publication: 2000-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Politics, Economics
Related Topics: Sociology, Government, Asia, Social Science, History, Politics
Goodreads rating: 4.07
(rated by 155 readers)

Description

Sharp commentaries on Singapore politics and contemporary issues by former journalist Cherian George compiled in one volume. The book presents a collection of stimulating essays that get to the very heart of the Singapore system and the dynamics shaping it, revealing many of the tensions and contradictions inherent in the "air-conditioned nation" and the factors accounting for the political success of the ruling People's Action Party.
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

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This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Insightful commentary on Singapore's political dynamics.

As someone interested in Singapore politics and contemporary issues, "Singapore: The Air-Conditioned Nation" is a must-read. Cherian George's collection of stimulating essays provides an insightful analysis of the political success of the ruling People's Action Party and sheds light on the tensions and contradictions inherent in Singapore's system. The book enables readers to gain a more nuanced understanding of the factors shaping Singapore's politics and society.

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.