The a to Z of Malaysia
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- 2010
Summary
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.
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Bibliographic data
- Copyright year
- 2010
- ISBN-Print
- 978-0-8108-7641-5
- ISBN-Online
- 978-1-4616-7199-2
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 421
- Product type
- Book Titles
Table of contents
- Table of Contents No access
- Editor’s Foreword No access
- Preface No access
- Acknowledgments No access
- Reader’s Notes No access
- Acronyms and Abbreviations No access
- Maps No access
- Key Indicators No access
- Chronology No access
- Introduction No access
- The Dictionary No access Pages 1 - 334
- A. Yang Di-Pertuan Agong (Kings of Malaysia) No access
- B. Prime Ministers No access
- Glossary No access Pages 339 - 342
- Bibliography No access Pages 343 - 418
- About the Author No access Pages 419 - 421





