Kinta Valley
Kinta Valley

Author: Salma Nasution Khoo

Publisher: Areca Books

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 432

ISBN-13: 9789834211301

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The A to Z of Malaysia
The A to Z of Malaysia

Author: Ooi Keat Gin

Publisher: Scarecrow Press

Published: 2010-06-07

Total Pages: 552

ISBN-13: 146167199X

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The A to Z of Malaysia encapsulates the development of Malaysia from prehistory to the early years of the 21st century. It covers not only Malaysia's history but also its politics, economy, multiethnic society, multiculturalism, scientific and technological developments, and the state of its environment. A host of contemporary issues and challenges are featured, including ethnic polarization, economic equity, and polygamy; concepts like Ketuanan Melayu (Malay Dominance), "Malaysian Malaysia," "Malay," and Islam Hadhari (Civilizational Islam); and terms like "Ali Baba" business, kiasi, bejalai, and "Twenty Points." Over 500 cross-referenced dictionary entries are contained in this reference, covering everything from ethno-historical entries to those on culinary favorites and personalities. A chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and a bibliography complement the dictionary entries, enhancing the authoritative and up-to-date information provided.

Human Adaptation in the Asian Palaeolithic
Human Adaptation in the Asian Palaeolithic

Author: Ryan J. Rabett

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2012-08-27

Total Pages: 385

ISBN-13: 1139560808

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This book examines the first human colonization of Asia and particularly the tropical environments of Southeast Asia during the Upper Pleistocene. In studying the unique character of the Asian archaeological record, it reassesses long-accepted propositions about the development of human 'modernity.' Ryan J. Rabett reveals an evolutionary relationship between colonization, the challenges encountered during this process – especially in relation to climatic and environmental change – and the forms of behaviour that emerged. This book argues that human modernity is not something achieved in the remote past in one part of the world, but rather is a diverse, flexible, responsive and ongoing process of adaptation.

British Economic Development in South East Asia, 1880-1939, Volume 3
British Economic Development in South East Asia, 1880-1939, Volume 3

Author: David Sunderland

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2017-07-05

Total Pages: 475

ISBN-13: 1351573071

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This collection focuses on the economic development of the areas of SE Asia with which Britain had a trading relationship. Covering 188-939, the economic growth of the region is revealed through a selection of rare primary resources organized thematically with sections dedicated to agriculture, mining, trade, labour, finance and infrastructure.