| Absent History: The Untold Story of Special Branch Operations in Singapore 1915-1942 - Ban Kah Choon In probably the first comprehensive review of intelligence operations in the former Straits Settlements, the author has produced a very readable history of this exciting period. The Special Branch was formed when it was realised that the effects of World War I were making themselves felt in the Far East. The period covered by the book also witnesses the 'threat' of growing nationalism in colonial territories as well as the rise of Communism. 269 pages. The book has occasional black and white photographs, a bibliography and index. Weight 0.60 Kg. Airmail postage to Asia Pacific countries: $9, to Central Asia, Europe & the Middle East: $13 and to Africa and North & South America: $18. Surface mail worldwide $7. Postage within Malaysia is free
Published by Horizon Books, Singapore, 2001. 2002 edition. ISBN: 9789810447885
Condition: Near Fine. Paperback. | 
