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Singapore Swing (Paperback)

by John Malathronas (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
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  • Paperback: 320 pages
  • Publisher: Summersdale Publishers (6 Aug 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1840245948
  • ISBN-13: 978-1840245943
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 13 x 2.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 138,105 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"'John Malathronas's series of vignettes shatters the stereotypes and reveals a diverse world of individuals, from the disgustingly rich to the outrageously poor. Stirring stuff.' A Place in the Sun 'Malathronas is a funny, witty travel writer, like Bill Bryson. And that's the beauty of this book - Malathronas's touch is light and funny, and the witticisms are many and welcome, but by reading this narrative you're also going to get a pretty full, rounded history of the country. South Africans will learn something about themselves by reading this travelogue; it takes a stranger to shine a light on our country. An excellent examination of where we are right now.' Johannesburg Star"


Suite 101 website, August 2007

'Up there with the best of them'

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An insightful guide to Singapore, 28 Oct 2009
By Matthew Culley (England, UK) - See all my reviews
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This book is part travel guide, part historical guide and part guide to the soul of Singapore. It is a funny and insightful guide to the tiny city-state of Singapore. Singapore is a amalgamation of cultures (Malay, Chinese, Indian, Eurasian et al) and as such is very diverse. The spirit, if you like, of Singapore is well described in this work. I particularly enjoyed the intertwining of stories from Chinese, Malay and Buddhists legends. In terms of history, the foundation of Singapore, the People's Action Party and the Second World War are covered. I followed up a few of the organisations mentioned in the book, and this was an interesting exercise.

Recommended for those who are interested in Singapore!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Superb Read, 25 Nov 2008
By Mr. Rr White "WhiteStuff" (UK) - See all my reviews
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Bought the book as living in Singapore from January and wanted a different perspective than the usual Lonely Planet guides give you. An interesting read and thorouhgly recommend for those visiting or going to live in the country.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative, 28 Sep 2007
By Tallulah (England) - See all my reviews
Have just read this book; in fact, appropriately enough, I was on my way back from South East Asia when I finished reading it. Really a fascinating read by an author who obviously knows Singapore and its people very well. Particularly liked the Glossary - at least I know the meaning of the word "Lah"! Highly recommended for anyone who wants to know more about this intriguing city and its inhabitants.
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