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Kebaya Tales Of Matriarchs, Maidens, Mistresses and Matchmakers

₱638.55 ₱440.55 31% off
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Evocative tales of Peranakan culture and life.

If you're curious about the rich tapestry of the Straits Chinese heritage, "Kebaya Tales" is a treasure trove of stories that will satisfy that curiosity and more. It offers a colorful glimpse into the lives and rituals of a community that's both unique and vibrant. Lee Su Kim weaves culture with storytelling in a way that's both informative and deeply moving, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of history, culture, and personal narratives.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Kebaya Tales Of Matriarchs, Maidens, Mistresses and Matchmakers

₱638.55 ₱440.55 31% off
ISBN: 9789814516327
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Historical Fiction, Mythology, Asia, Asian Literature, Culture, Literature

Description

This is a delightful collection of short stories, teeming with fascinating
and interesting characters, unexpected twists and turns, cultural rituals,
beliefs and superstitions and poignant events in the life stories of the
Peranakans. Lee Su Kim's latest book brings you into another world, a world
that many know little about; the world of the Babas and Nyonyas or the
Straits Chinese, a colourful, flamboyant and unique community still in
existence today in the former Straits Settlements of Malacca, Penang and
Singapore.


Author: Lee Su Kim
Format: Soft cover
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish Editions, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Publication Date: 2014
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Evocative tales of Peranakan culture and life.

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