The Malays: A Cultural History
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Richard Winstedt
Winstedt, one of the foremost English scholars in Malay affairs at the end of the British colonial period, demonstrates his learning, in this very readable introduction to Malay culture, as he observed it on the peninsula, rather than in the Malay world as a whole. His broad sweep not only looks at culture in the mid-20th century, but also at its roots in Hinduism, animism and other influences prevalent before the arrival of Islam. In this 198 page book there are chapters on Origins, Migrations and Language, Beliefs and Religion, Social, Political, Legal and Economic Systems, Literature and Arts and Crafts and his predictions for the future. There is also a Bibliography. Very Good. Hardback. Please see the scan of the contents page for further details.
Weight 0.7kg. Post free within Malaysia
Condition: The cover has minimal damage, but the spine has faded slightly. There is a previous owner's neat stamp on a front end paper. The binding is tight, text clear and there is no tanning throughout.
