The Historical Dictionary 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.
The Historical Dictionary 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.
Ooi Keat Gin is professor of history and coordinator of the Asia-Pacific Research Unit (APRU) at the School of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia. He is the chief editor of the International Journal of Asia Pacific Studies.
Effectively fulfills the vital need for more up-to-date information
on this remarkable country. Ooi has provided users with an
unequivocally detailed road map for analyzing the cultural,
economic, and political intricacies of modern Malaysia.... A great
resource for those looking to fill gaps in the areas of Far Eastern
relations, economics, and culture.
*Booklist, October 2009*
Entries are concise but thorough and well written, and the book
benefits from a number of extra featues, such as a list of acronyms
and abbreviations, maps, a long chronology, a descriptive
introduction, and appendixes. . . . The extensive bibliography,
complete with its own table of contents, is an invaluable
contribution to Malaysian studies. . . . This is an essential
reference work for all programs on this region.
*American Reference Books Annual*
A detailed, by-term portrait of the complex nation of Malaysia....A
particularly stunning resource is the meticulously composed,
74-page bibliography. Welcome coverage of largely uncharted
scholarly territory.
*Library Journal, August 2009*
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