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The Encyclopedia of Malaysia 12: People and Traditions

Syed Ahmad Jamal

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Description:Malaysia is a melting pot of ethnicities, cultures and traditions. The 12th volume in The Encyclopedia of Malaysia series, Peoples and Traditions provides an insight into the scores of ethnic groups for whom Malaysia is home. Anthropologists, historians and other specialists describe the various communities and capture the essence of their traditions and cultural manifestations.The volume commences with a look at the migratory and demographic patterns of the population from ancient times and the genesis of a multiethnic society, and provides insights into the various ethnic groups in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak, and their distinct cultural and social identities. It discusses their traditional habitat, culture, customs, costumes, languages, cuisines and economic pursuits, and highlights efforts made by the communities to preserve their heritage in the face of modernization and globalization. The volume also discusses the cultural fusion that underscores Malaysia’s multiculturalism.The Encyclopedia of Malaysia is the first authoritative single reference source to be produced on Malaysia, one of Southeast Asia's most vibrant developing countries. Over 400 academics and subject specialists from Malaysia and overseas have contributed to the encyclopedia, which has been developed with the guidance of a distinguished editorial board. Great emphasis is placed on the visual content of the series, which is illustrated in full color throughout. Each volume features photographs, archival material, artwork, maps, diagrams and charts, which help bring to life the thematic double-page spreads which form the encyclopedia's core structure. In addition, each volume contains a general introduction, glossary, bibliography and index.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Encyclopedia of Malaysia 12: People and Traditions. To get started finding The Encyclopedia of Malaysia 12: People and Traditions, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: Malaysia is a melting pot of ethnicities, cultures and traditions. The 12th volume in The Encyclopedia of Malaysia series, Peoples and Traditions provides an insight into the scores of ethnic groups for whom Malaysia is home. Anthropologists, historians and other specialists describe the various communities and capture the essence of their traditions and cultural manifestations.The volume commences with a look at the migratory and demographic patterns of the population from ancient times and the genesis of a multiethnic society, and provides insights into the various ethnic groups in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak, and their distinct cultural and social identities. It discusses their traditional habitat, culture, customs, costumes, languages, cuisines and economic pursuits, and highlights efforts made by the communities to preserve their heritage in the face of modernization and globalization. The volume also discusses the cultural fusion that underscores Malaysia’s multiculturalism.The Encyclopedia of Malaysia is the first authoritative single reference source to be produced on Malaysia, one of Southeast Asia's most vibrant developing countries. Over 400 academics and subject specialists from Malaysia and overseas have contributed to the encyclopedia, which has been developed with the guidance of a distinguished editorial board. Great emphasis is placed on the visual content of the series, which is illustrated in full color throughout. Each volume features photographs, archival material, artwork, maps, diagrams and charts, which help bring to life the thematic double-page spreads which form the encyclopedia's core structure. In addition, each volume contains a general introduction, glossary, bibliography and index.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Encyclopedia of Malaysia 12: People and Traditions. To get started finding The Encyclopedia of Malaysia 12: People and Traditions, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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