Singapore: World City Hardback
by Kim Inglis
Hardback
Description
With stunning photographs and insightful commentary this travel pictorial and Singapore travel guide captures the dynamism of a remarkable Pacific nation. In just a few short decades, Singapore has transformed itself from a tiny island off the coast of mainland Asia into a global superpower in banking, IT, education, biotech, transportation and many other fields.
The fascinating story of how this tiny city-state which has no hinterland, no natural resources, and a relatively small population has achieved success is told in this book.
Singapore's history as a British colonial port, its dynamic multi-ethnic population, and its innovative governmental and social structures, are a part of the story.
But there are others as well. How Singapore became a regional hub for finance, shipping and air travel, and now also for the arts, sport and leisure—are all showcased in dynamic detail, with over 300 full-color photographs to illustrate graphically how this small island functions like a well-tuned racing machine.
Author Kim Inglis, a journalist, and long-time local resident, leads the reader on a series of explorations through Singapore's most notable districts and neighborhoods, explaining the growth and importance, and showcasing what they have to offer the visitor.
Included are many lesser-known corners of the island which very few visitors ever get to see!
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- Format:Hardback
- Pages:144 pages, 300 color photographs
- Publisher:Tuttle Publishing
- Publication Date:18/02/2014
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- ISBN:9780804843355
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Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:144 pages, 300 color photographs
- Publisher:Tuttle Publishing
- Publication Date:18/02/2014
- Category:
- ISBN:9780804843355
