Author	Dean, Kenneth, 1956- author
Title	Chinese epigraphy in Singapore, 1819-1911 / Kenneth Dean, Hue Guan Thye = Xinjiapo Hua wen ming ke hui bian 1819-1911 / Ding Hesheng, Xu Yuantai
Imprint	Singapore : NUS Press, [2017]
Descript	2 volumes (xxxviii, 1422 pages) : illustrations ; 30 cm

These history of Singapore's Chinese community is craved in stone and wood : in the epigraphic record of 62 Chinese temples, native-place associations, clan and guild halls, from 1819 to 1911. These materials, availible in Chinese and in English translation, open a window into the world of Chinese communities in Singapore. These cultural artificials can also be appreciated for their exceptional artistic value. They are a central part of the heritage of Singapore-- Back cover

1. Inscriptions
2. Chinese -- Singapore
3. Chinese -- Singapore -- Social life and customs

LOCATION	CALL#	STATUS
Central Library (5th Floor)	390.09 D284C 2017	CHECK SHELVES
Central Library (5th Floor)	390.09 D284C 2017	CHECK SHELVES