{"title":"Matthew Oey","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatthew Oey's works delve deeply into the rich tapestry of Singapore’s past, offering fresh perspectives that challenge conventional narratives. His writings blend insightful analysis with engaging storytelling, illuminating the cultural and historical forces that shape the nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful explorations that connect history with contemporary issues, presented with clarity and passion. His contributions are essential for those interested in arts, culture, and the evolving identity of Singapore.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"singapores-history-revolution-by-matthew-oey-9789815323757","title":"Singapore's History Revolution","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSingapore's History Revolution\u003c\/em\u003e is a collection of essays that connects contemporary and pre-colonial Singaporean history, authored by leading historians in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReimagining Singapore's History is a journey through the rediscovery of pre-colonial Singapore. The book discusses the significance of the 2019 bicentennial of Stamford Raffles' landing and the government's efforts to highlight Singapore's longer history, dating back to the 14th-century trading post of Temasek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt addresses the misconceptions about Singapore's history between Temasek and Raffles, emphasizing its rich cultural and trade heritage. The essays cover topics ranging from archaeology to post-colonial theory, examining the sources and discoveries that have reshaped Singapore's historical narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContributors include renowned professors and historians such as Wang Gungwu, Peter Borschberg, Kwa Chong Guan, Syed Farid Alatas, Chris Hale, and Tim Hannigan. Their work collectively provides a more nuanced understanding of Singapore's past, connecting it intricately with its present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47432568242412,"sku":"9789815323757","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9789815323757.jpg?v=1774555289"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/matthew-oey.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}