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The Eye of History

The Eye of History - Thryft
The Eye of History - Thryft

Revealing the humanity behind Singapore's iconic figures.

Recommendation: This book offers a captivating portrayal of Sir Stamford Raffles and Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, delving into their personal and intellectual exchanges. Through the lens of historical authority and narratives, the author invites readers to witness a candid conversation between two towering figures of Singapore's history. Dive into this insightful exploration that uncovers the human side of these influential leaders, shedding light on the complexities of their roles in shaping Singapore's past and present.

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.

The Eye of History

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ISBN: 9789814757690

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On 5 July 1981, Sir Stamford Raffles leaves his pedestal by the Singapore River and pays a visit to Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew at the Istana. What follows is a wide-ranging discussion, both heated and humorous, that illustrates just how very human Singapore’s two most towering figures were. This conversation, along with the introduction of Munshi Abdullah (author of the Hikayat Abdullah), provides a fascinating backdrop for the investigation of historical authority and grand narratives.


Author: Robert Yeo
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 100
Publisher: Epigram Books
Publication Date: 2016
 

Revealing the humanity behind Singapore's iconic figures.

Recommendation: This book offers a captivating portrayal of Sir Stamford Raffles and Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, delving into their personal and intellectual exchanges. Through the lens of historical authority and narratives, the author invites readers to witness a candid conversation between two towering figures of Singapore's history. Dive into this insightful exploration that uncovers the human side of these influential leaders, shedding light on the complexities of their roles in shaping Singapore's past and present.

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.