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Author Ho, Alice Yen, 1948-

Title Old Kuching / Alice Yen Ho
Published Kuala Lumpur ; New York : Oxford University Press, 1998

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Description xi, 81 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 20 cm
Series Images of Asia
Images of Asia.
Contents 1. A Kampong in Borneo -- 2. A Capital Town -- 3. Austerity and Prosperity -- 4. A Little Model Metropolis -- 5. The Pioneering Communities -- 6. Landmarks and Legends -- 7. A Romantic Past, a Bustling Present
Summary From a small settlement located on both sides of the Sorowak River in the south-west of Borneo, Kuching has grown into the capital of Malaysia's largest state. In this small volume, the author has drawn on the observations of colonial and recent writings as well as first-hand experience to paint a picture of the development of the town and of the various communities who were so vital in contributing to its distinctive character
Notes Maps on lining papers
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 72-75) and index
SUBJECT Kuching (Sarawak, Malaysia) http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n50074013 -- History -- Pictorial works. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2002006359
Kuching (Sarawak, Malaysia) http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n50074013 -- History. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh99005024
Genre/Form Illustrated works.
LC no. 98004302
ISBN 9835600503