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Constructing Singapore: Elitism, Ethnicity and the Nation-Building Project - Democracy in Asia Series

by Michael D. Barr
Constructing Singapore: Elitism, Ethnicity and the Nation-Building Project - Democracy in Asia Series - Thryft
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Singapore's rise: Elitism shapes a nation's pride.

If you're fascinated by how a nation can transform itself from modest beginnings to a beacon of development, "Constructing Singapore" is for you. This book dives into Singapore's journey, examining how elitism and ethnicity play pivotal roles in shaping its society and governance. It's a standout read for anyone interested in urban development, national identity, or Asian political landscapes.

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.

Constructing Singapore: Elitism, Ethnicity and the Nation-Building Project - Democracy in Asia Series

by Michael D. Barr
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ISBN: 9788776940294
Author: Michael D. Barr
Publisher: NIAS Press
Date of Publication: 2009-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Politics
Goodreads rating: 3.97
(rated by 31 readers)

Description

Singapore has few natural resources, but, in a relatively short history, its economic and social development and transformation are remarkable. Today, Singapore is the most successful exemplar of material development in Southeast Asia. Over the last three and a half decades, the ruling party has presided over the formation of a thriving community of Singaporeans who love and are proud of their country. Much of the country's investment in nation-building has gone into the selection, training, and formation of a ruling and administrative elite that reflects its vision of the nation. The government's ownership of the nation-building project, its micromanagement of everyday life, and the role played by the elite are fundamental elements in this complex process. In a critical study of the politics of ethnicity and elitism in Singapore, "Constructing Singapore" examines the supposedly 'meritocratic' system that produces Singapore's political and administrative elite, focusing on elite formation and selection. The study reveals insights into how Singapore's elite-led nation-building project has shaped the discourse on national and Singaporean identity.
 

Singapore's rise: Elitism shapes a nation's pride.

If you're fascinated by how a nation can transform itself from modest beginnings to a beacon of development, "Constructing Singapore" is for you. This book dives into Singapore's journey, examining how elitism and ethnicity play pivotal roles in shaping its society and governance. It's a standout read for anyone interested in urban development, national identity, or Asian political landscapes.

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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