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A Baba Wedding
Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Ptd Ltd 1983; US$ 13.99About the Book The text takes the reader systematically through the wedding of Babas to Nyonyas in full traditional style. Beginning with the matchmaking process and ending with post-nuptial parties, Cheo Kim Ban discusses the significance and beauty of each ritual, highlighting the symbolism behind the paraphernalia used. The author also traces, wherever... more...
Ethnizität, Islam, Reformasi
Springer 2011; US$ 39.99Das malaysische Parteiensystem wurde im Laufe der letzten Jahrzehnte von mehreren Konfliktlinien gepr gt. Zun chst war ein ethnischer Gegensatz vorherrschend, der sich im Zusammenhang mit dem elektoralen Autoritarismus, also aufgrund der strikten Kontrolle der Arbeiterbewegung und prodemokratischer Kr fte, und aufbauend auf einer fr hzeitig ins Leben... more...
Ganz Wien in 7 Tagen
Primus Verlag 2011; US$ 15.09Hauptbeschreibung Die Hauptstadt der k.u.k. Monarchie galt als die Kulturstadt Europas und war ein beliebtes Reiseziel. Anton Holzers Reiseführer nimmt den Leser mit auf eine einmalige Zeitreise - ins Wien um 1900. In 13 Stadtspaziergängen führt er die Besucher zu zahlreichen Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt. Wir flanieren durch die prächtige Ringstraße,... more...
Power and Prowess
Allen & Unwin 2002; US$ 27.22Power and Prowess reexamines the formation of Sarawak in the middle of the nineteenth century, offering a detailed political history of the period as well as a new interpretation of the establishment of the state by James Brooke and the reactions of indigenous leaders and groups. more...
L? État rentier
University of Ottawa Press 2008; US$ 16.99La stabilité de la Malaysia -- gouvernée depuis 1957 par le même parti politique -- n?est pas assurée, ni par les mécanismes de la démocratie libérale, ni par des traits culturels, mais par l?État rentier et ses institutions. Les États rentiers puisent la majeure partie de leurs revenus à l?étranger, sous forme de rentes -- ces États sont redistributeurs... more...
Malaysia - Culture Smart!
Kuperard 2010; US$ 9.95Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will... more...
Malaysian Customs and Etiquette
Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Ptd Ltd 2010; US$ 12.80This is a new edition of a highly popular guide to correct diplomatic and social usage to help readers navigate the complex system of titles and ranks in Malaysia, as well as be aware of its cultural traditions and differences. more...
Malaysia - Culture Smart!
Kuperard 2010;Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will... more...
Personalized Politics
Institute of Southeast Asian Studies (ISEAS) 2003; US$ 59.90This book is an innovative analysis of regime maintenance and transformation in Malaysia. It goes beyond familiar approaches centred on communal politics, or the corporate workings of Malaysia Inc., to stress the importance of power maintenance -- tracing a path from consociational bargaining, to authoritarian UMNO dominance, to Dr Mahathir's personal... more...









