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The Short Stories and Radio Plays of S. Rajaratnam

by S. Rajaratnam, Irene Ng
RM38.58 MYR
The Short Stories and Radio Plays of S. Rajaratnam - Thryft
The Short Stories and Radio Plays of S. Rajaratnam - Thryft

Literary gems from Singapore's unsung founding father.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the hidden talents of Singapore's first foreign minister, S. Rajaratnam. Through his fourteen stimulating literary works, including short stories and radio plays, Rajaratnam showcases his rich literary prowess and provides a unique perspective on the nation's history and development. From his time in London to his contributions to political commentary and satire, this anthology not only highlights Rajaratnam's extraordinary talent but also offers a captivating glimpse into the making of a nation.

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 Short Stories and Radio Plays of S. Rajaratnam

by S. Rajaratnam, Irene Ng
RM38.58 MYR
ISBN: 9789810878481
Authors: S. Rajaratnam, Irene Ng
Publisher: Epigram Books
Date of Publication: 2011-07-01
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 4.09
(rated by 32 readers)

Description

Fourteen stimulating literary works that shine a new light on Singapore’s first foreign minister and one of its most eloquent and farsighted leaders—the late S. Rajaratnam. Celebrated as one of Singapore’s founding fathers, very little has been said of his literary prowess. The seven short stories, which he wrote in London in the 1940s, were previously published in various collections alongside some of the most distinguished writers in the world. Impressed by his talent, George Orwell, who at the time worked for the BBC Eastern Service, recruited Rajaratnam to contribute scripts for the network.Upon his return from London, Rajaratnam stopped writing fiction and took to journalism. Excelling in political commentary and satire, he also wrote a number of politically-charged radio scripts. This anthology collects a six-part series titled “A Nation in the Making” and another titled “Looking Forward”. All seven scripts were broadcast on Radio Malaya in 1957.
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Literary gems from Singapore's unsung founding father.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the hidden talents of Singapore's first foreign minister, S. Rajaratnam. Through his fourteen stimulating literary works, including short stories and radio plays, Rajaratnam showcases his rich literary prowess and provides a unique perspective on the nation's history and development. From his time in London to his contributions to political commentary and satire, this anthology not only highlights Rajaratnam's extraordinary talent but also offers a captivating glimpse into the making of a nation.

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.