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    The Myths of the Lettered Native: Singapore Bicentennial
    The Myths of the Lettered Native: Singapore Bicentennial
    The Myths of the Lettered Native: Singapore Bicentennial
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    The Myths of the Lettered Native: Singapore Bicentennial

    By Nazry Bahrawi

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    The Sejarah Melayu (Malay Annals) is often hailed as a seminal text for the world of Malay literature. What do its myths and narrative arcs within, including that of legendary strongman Badang, tell us about the history of early Singapore? Discover the value of this historical manuscript in this e-book by Nazry Bahrawi.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherEthos Books
    Release dateJan 15, 2024
    ISBN9789811418167
    The Myths of the Lettered Native: Singapore Bicentennial

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