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Singapore : the Encyclopedia by Tommy T. B Koh; Editions Didier Millet; Singapore National Heritage Board is a book available to read on EtoBox.

What is Singapore : the Encyclopedia about?

Singapore: The Encyclopedia contains over 2,500 alphabetically arranged entries on a vast range of topics practically everything the general reader might want to know about Singapore, four decades after the achievement of full independence. Readers will discover a depth and diversity that may surprise many who thought they know Singapore well, as well as a rich history that goes back many centuries. Here is a vast array of information on the Singapores history, geography, economy, law, politics, arts, culture, entertainment, architecture, food and natural history. Singapores political system is described, as well as its legal, educational and healthcare systems. Companies, clubs and associations, housing estates, festivals and customs they all have a place in the book. The encyclopedia captures the shared memories and shared stories that have shaped the national identity. They include political events such as such as Separation and Confrontation, as well as emotionally charged disasters such as the Bukit Ho Swee Fire and the Nicoll Highway collapse. Individuals profiled include artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, members of the armed forces, priests, pastors, ulema, civil servant

Author

Tommy T. B Koh; Editions Didier Millet; Singapore National Heritage Board

Publisher

Singapore: Editions Didier Millet in association with the National Heritage Board

Published

2006

Language

EN

ISBN

9789814155632

Subjects

History, Humanities

Updated

2026-03-24