On Air: Untold Stories from Caldecott Hill

On Air: Untold Stories from Caldecott Hill

Author: Various

Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd

Published: 2019-06-15

Total Pages: 934

ISBN-13: 9814868116

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This collection of 51 essays contains rich memories of Singapore’s broadcasting pioneers based in their station atop Caldecott Hill. ON AIR captures the breadth and depth of their experiences over 82 years on the Hill; from the founding in 1936 of the British Malayan Broadcasting Corporation, to Radio and Television Singapore (RTS), to Singapore Broadcasting Corporation (SBC), and finally to what is today, Mediacorp. In this book, the writrers have recorded eight decades worth of work experiences and have shared untold stories from the Japanese Occupation of Caldecott Hill, to the fascinating behind-the-scenes happenings that cast light and well known and well loved shows. Illustrated with rare, archival photographs, many not seen before, this publication is the first of its kind that gives an insight into the development of broadcasting in Singapore.


George Yeo: Musings - Series Three

George Yeo: Musings - Series Three

Author: George Yong-boon Yeo

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2023-08-25

Total Pages: 493

ISBN-13: 9811259771

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George Yeo: Musings (In 3 Volumes) available as a set hereOver sessions which lasted two to three hours each time, every week for half a year, George Yeo met and mused over a wide range of topics with writer Woon Tai Ho and research assistant Keith Yap. Speaking from notes, he began with himself and his hope for Singapore, and then spanned over a wide range of subjects — from the importance of human diversity and Singapore's reflection within itself of the world, to history, politics, economics, philosophy, taijigong and religion. He gives his views on India, China, ASEAN, Europe, the US and other parts of the world, and how Singapore's history and destiny are connected to all of them. The style is conversational and anecdotal.George Yeo: Musings is exactly that — musings. Some themes recur throughout the book which reflect his view of life. But there is no grand theory. He does not expect all of his reflections to be of interest to everyone, but he hopes that everyone will find something of interest.This is the third of a three-part series.


Those Were the Days

Those Were the Days

Author: Mun Chor Seng

Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Limited

Published: 2020-04-15

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 9789814868563

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Glimpses of newly-independent Singapore through a stunning collection of rare unpublished images


Larger than Life: Celebrating The Human Spirit

Larger than Life: Celebrating The Human Spirit

Author: Belinda Lee

Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd

Published: 2015-11-15

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 9814721530

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Award winning television actress and host Belinda Lee has travelled the world in the course of her work. The bilingual thespian has met many remarkable individuals who have embraced the road less trodden and left the rat race. They volunteer their time in unusual social causes including building schools, rescuing street children and helping those suffering from the ravages of war. This collection of heart-warming stories introduces readers to these amazing people who celebrate the human spirit and restore your faith in the good of humanity.


Return to Exile

Return to Exile

Author: E. J. Patten

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2013-03-05

Total Pages: 509

ISBN-13: 1442420332

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On the eve of his twelfth birthday, Sky, who has studied traps, puzzles, science, and the secret lore of the Hunters of Legend, realizes his destiny as a monster hunter.


The Castle Corona

The Castle Corona

Author: Sharon Creech

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2014-05-28

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 1408848031

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One fairytale setting, two very different families and a lot of strange and magical happenings. From Carnegie Medal winner Sharon Creech


Building Shanghai

Building Shanghai

Author: Edward Denison

Publisher: Academy Press

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13:

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Shanghai's illustrious history and phenomenal future is celebrated in this book, which examines the evolution of the city's architecture and urban form in order to contextualise the challenges facing the city today. The physical legacies that reflect Shanghai's uniqueness historically and contemporarily are examined chronologically using specific case studies of exemplary architecture interwoven in a compelling narrative that unlocks the many mysteries surrounding this amazing metropolis. Some of the most influential colonial architecture in the world, outstanding examples of Modernism and Art Deco, and an exceptional selection of eclectic and vernacular architecture reflecting Shanghai's many adopted cultures are revealed. This is the first book ever to examine this remarkable subject in a manner that is both comprehensive and captivating in its written content and stunningly illustrated with over 300 archive and contemporary photographs and maps.


Rethinking Columbus

Rethinking Columbus

Author: Bill Bigelow

Publisher: Rethinking Schools

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 197

ISBN-13: 094296120X

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Provides resources for teaching elementary and secondary school students about Christopher Columbus and the discovery of America.