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In Court and Kampong
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781023198714
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 158
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Journey to the heart of the Malay Peninsula with Hugh Clifford's In Court and Kampong: Being Tales and Sketches of Native Life in the Malay Peninsula. This collection of short stories offers a fascinating glimpse into colonial and native life in Malaya, revealing the intricate social tapestry of the region. Clifford, a keen observer of the Malays and their culture, paints vivid portraits of life both in the courts and within the kampongs, or villages.
Experience the daily lives, customs, and traditions of the Malays through these meticulously crafted tales. More than just fiction, these stories provide valuable historical context and insights into the cultural landscape of Southeast Asia during a transformative period. Explore the complexities of a society navigating the currents of colonial influence while striving to maintain its unique identity. A timeless collection for anyone interested in the history and culture of Malaya.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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