Author: Salma Nasution Khoo
Publisher: Areca Books
ISBN: 9789839886009
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
Streets of George Town, Penang
Author: Salma Nasution Khoo
Publisher: Areca Books
ISBN: 9789839886009
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
Publisher: Areca Books
ISBN: 9789839886009
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
Streets of George Town, Penang
Author: Su Nin Khoo
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : George Town (Pinang)
Languages : en
Pages : 189
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : George Town (Pinang)
Languages : en
Pages : 189
Book Description
Traditional Street Names of George Town
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789671228135
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789671228135
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Penang Trams, Trolleybuses & Railways
Author: Ric Francis
Publisher: Areca Books
ISBN: 9789834283407
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
"Which city once had the smallest trolley-bus in the world? Where do you find the first funicular railway in Southeast Asia? How do you recognize a trolley-bus pole? Where is Tramway Road?" "With over 100 old photographs, maps and illustrations, this book gives an overview of the various forms of public transport used in George Town from 1880s to 1963, and the role this transport played in the development of the growth of George Town and Penang." "Penang was one of the first urban centres in Southeast Asia to operate steam trams, horse trams, electric trams and trolleybuses. When the Municipal Commission established its own electric supply, it took over the tram service and started the electric trams in George Town in 1906. This gave the local population excellent public transport around George Town, with one line going up to Ayer Itam. In the late 1920s, the Municipality replaced trams with trolley-buses, experimenting for a while with re-conditioned double-deckers from London Transport!" "The Municipality also operated two railways - firstly, the Penang Hill Railway which was considered an engineering marvel when it was first built, and secondly, the electric railway which transported supplies and tin ingots for Penang's foremost smelting works."--BOOK JACKET.
Publisher: Areca Books
ISBN: 9789834283407
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
"Which city once had the smallest trolley-bus in the world? Where do you find the first funicular railway in Southeast Asia? How do you recognize a trolley-bus pole? Where is Tramway Road?" "With over 100 old photographs, maps and illustrations, this book gives an overview of the various forms of public transport used in George Town from 1880s to 1963, and the role this transport played in the development of the growth of George Town and Penang." "Penang was one of the first urban centres in Southeast Asia to operate steam trams, horse trams, electric trams and trolleybuses. When the Municipal Commission established its own electric supply, it took over the tram service and started the electric trams in George Town in 1906. This gave the local population excellent public transport around George Town, with one line going up to Ayer Itam. In the late 1920s, the Municipality replaced trams with trolley-buses, experimenting for a while with re-conditioned double-deckers from London Transport!" "The Municipality also operated two railways - firstly, the Penang Hill Railway which was considered an engineering marvel when it was first built, and secondly, the electric railway which transported supplies and tin ingots for Penang's foremost smelting works."--BOOK JACKET.
The Gift of Rain
Author: Tan Twan Eng
Publisher: Hachette Books
ISBN: 1602860599
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
In the tradition of celebrated wartime storytellers Somerset Maugham and Graham Greene, Tan Twan Eng's debut novel casts a powerful spell. The recipient of extraordinary acclaim from critics and the bookselling community, Tan Twan Eng's debut novel casts a powerful spell and has garnered comparisons to celebrated wartime storytellers Somerset Maugham and Graham Greene. Set during the tumult of World War II, on the lush Malayan island of Penang, The Gift of Rain tells a riveting and poignant tale about a young man caught in the tangle of wartime loyalties and deceits. In 1939, sixteen-year-old Philip Hutton-the half-Chinese, half-English youngest child of the head of one of Penang's great trading families-feels alienated from both the Chinese and British communities. He at last discovers a sense of belonging in his unexpected friendship with Hayato Endo, a Japanese diplomat. Philip proudly shows his new friend around his adored island, and in return Endo teaches him about Japanese language and culture and trains him in the art and discipline of aikido. But such knowledge comes at a terrible price. When the Japanese savagely invade Malaya, Philip realizes that his mentor and sensei-to whom he owes absolute loyalty-is a Japanese spy. Young Philip has been an unwitting traitor, and must now work in secret to save as many lives as possible, even as his own family is brought to its knees.
Publisher: Hachette Books
ISBN: 1602860599
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
In the tradition of celebrated wartime storytellers Somerset Maugham and Graham Greene, Tan Twan Eng's debut novel casts a powerful spell. The recipient of extraordinary acclaim from critics and the bookselling community, Tan Twan Eng's debut novel casts a powerful spell and has garnered comparisons to celebrated wartime storytellers Somerset Maugham and Graham Greene. Set during the tumult of World War II, on the lush Malayan island of Penang, The Gift of Rain tells a riveting and poignant tale about a young man caught in the tangle of wartime loyalties and deceits. In 1939, sixteen-year-old Philip Hutton-the half-Chinese, half-English youngest child of the head of one of Penang's great trading families-feels alienated from both the Chinese and British communities. He at last discovers a sense of belonging in his unexpected friendship with Hayato Endo, a Japanese diplomat. Philip proudly shows his new friend around his adored island, and in return Endo teaches him about Japanese language and culture and trains him in the art and discipline of aikido. But such knowledge comes at a terrible price. When the Japanese savagely invade Malaya, Philip realizes that his mentor and sensei-to whom he owes absolute loyalty-is a Japanese spy. Young Philip has been an unwitting traitor, and must now work in secret to save as many lives as possible, even as his own family is brought to its knees.
Penang Local
Author: Aim Aris
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 1922417009
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The best recipes from Penang, an island obsessed with food. Penang is an explorer’s dream and a food-lover’s paradise. It’s the nasi lemak or kaya toast eaten for breakfast, served with a hot cup of kopi ‘O’ (black coffee), at one of the city’s bustling food courts. It’s the rejuvenative laksa after a morning’s sight-seeing, followed by a cooling cendol in the afternoon heat. It’s the char kuey teow prepared in a flash at one of the many late-night hawker stalls, washed down with local beer. Like the island itself, Penang Local celebrates the traditional cuisine that is cherished by locals and fervently adored by visitors, while embracing the multicultural influences that continue to shape this vibrant and historic food scene. Penang Local is packed with delicious yet approachable recipes, so you can recreate the magic of Penang at home.
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 1922417009
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The best recipes from Penang, an island obsessed with food. Penang is an explorer’s dream and a food-lover’s paradise. It’s the nasi lemak or kaya toast eaten for breakfast, served with a hot cup of kopi ‘O’ (black coffee), at one of the city’s bustling food courts. It’s the rejuvenative laksa after a morning’s sight-seeing, followed by a cooling cendol in the afternoon heat. It’s the char kuey teow prepared in a flash at one of the many late-night hawker stalls, washed down with local beer. Like the island itself, Penang Local celebrates the traditional cuisine that is cherished by locals and fervently adored by visitors, while embracing the multicultural influences that continue to shape this vibrant and historic food scene. Penang Local is packed with delicious yet approachable recipes, so you can recreate the magic of Penang at home.
When Places Come Alive
Author: Ami Bhat
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 1637454058
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
“Drift with the winds to the place, where Midas turns everything to Gold” ¬– the clue that set off Amy on a journey through Gold Coast. “…. Death is but a new beginning. And you will see it for yourself. My end will bring a new life to not just me but these departed souls.” True to his promise, the old monk continues to return to the enigmatic valley of Bhutan. “Hidden within it is the secret of our lost clan, who they say still resides in the last village.” – reveals an Greek man to his teenage granddaughter who promises to find them. When Places Come Alive is a collection of stories about destinations across the globe. Written by the renowned travel blogger and writer – Ami Bhat, this book is bound to transport you to various travel destinations through these stories. Thrilling and intriguing, these tales stem from various legends, the culture and its people, the natural landscapes and heritage art forms that are practiced till date.
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 1637454058
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
“Drift with the winds to the place, where Midas turns everything to Gold” ¬– the clue that set off Amy on a journey through Gold Coast. “…. Death is but a new beginning. And you will see it for yourself. My end will bring a new life to not just me but these departed souls.” True to his promise, the old monk continues to return to the enigmatic valley of Bhutan. “Hidden within it is the secret of our lost clan, who they say still resides in the last village.” – reveals an Greek man to his teenage granddaughter who promises to find them. When Places Come Alive is a collection of stories about destinations across the globe. Written by the renowned travel blogger and writer – Ami Bhat, this book is bound to transport you to various travel destinations through these stories. Thrilling and intriguing, these tales stem from various legends, the culture and its people, the natural landscapes and heritage art forms that are practiced till date.
Walking Along the Streets
Author: Wilson Khor W. H.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : George Town (Pulau Pinang, Malaysia)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Poet and writer Wilson Khor W.H. describes three sites in George Town (the Hin Bus Depot, the (Old) Little Art House at Lebuh Melayu, the restaurant Komichi) along with poems about the city and reproduced photographs.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : George Town (Pulau Pinang, Malaysia)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Poet and writer Wilson Khor W.H. describes three sites in George Town (the Hin Bus Depot, the (Old) Little Art House at Lebuh Melayu, the restaurant Komichi) along with poems about the city and reproduced photographs.
Penang 500 Early Postcards
Author: Jin Seng Cheah
Publisher: Editions Didier Millet
ISBN: 9671061710
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
By the late 19th century, Penang had become a thriving port trading in rubber, spices and tin. Its prosperity attracted immigrants from around the world and the island was a rich melting pot of Chinese, Indians, Malays, Europeans and many other peoples. The postcards reproduced in this book are drawn from the huge collection of Penang-born Professor Cheah Jin Seng, the author of Singapore: 500 Early Postcards, Malaya: 500 Early Postcards, Perak: 300 Early Postcards and Selangor: 300 Early Postcards.This title in the Early Postcards series will present a diverse array of picture postcards of Penang -- including of its capital George Town, now a World Heritage site -- from the 1890s to the 1970s.
Publisher: Editions Didier Millet
ISBN: 9671061710
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
By the late 19th century, Penang had become a thriving port trading in rubber, spices and tin. Its prosperity attracted immigrants from around the world and the island was a rich melting pot of Chinese, Indians, Malays, Europeans and many other peoples. The postcards reproduced in this book are drawn from the huge collection of Penang-born Professor Cheah Jin Seng, the author of Singapore: 500 Early Postcards, Malaya: 500 Early Postcards, Perak: 300 Early Postcards and Selangor: 300 Early Postcards.This title in the Early Postcards series will present a diverse array of picture postcards of Penang -- including of its capital George Town, now a World Heritage site -- from the 1890s to the 1970s.
Penang
Author: Keith Hockton
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789674153038
Category : Historic buildings
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789674153038
Category : Historic buildings
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description