Book
On Paper: Singapore Before 1867
Topics
History
21 October 2019
Historically significant documents and artefacts trace Singapore’s early development, from the earliest records of the island up to its establishment as a British Crown Colony on 1 April 1867.
Singapore: National Library Board, 2019.
About the Book
The book showcases 28 historically significant documents, records and artefacts in Singapore’s early development, tracing its history from the earliest records of the island up to its establishment as a British Crown Colony on 1 Apr 1867. Complemented by insightful essays, this rich collection of materials from the National Library and National Archives of Singapore, and various international institutions invites us to not only appreciate the diversity of Singapore’s documentary heritage, but also challenge us to interrogate the personalities, societies and political forces behind the items.