Kampong Spirit-Gotong Royong: Life in Potong Pasir, 1955 to 1965

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<p>The most significant aspect of living in a kampong was its kampong spirit&mdash;or gotong royong. Though deprived of modern comforts like electricity or running water, multi-racial neighbours lived harmoniously with each other in their attap villages, had a wonderful zest for life and a strong sense of community. <br/><br/>This refreshed new edition of Kampong Spirit brings to life the colourful characters of the villagers with whom Peranakan author Josephine Chia grew up at a kampong in Potong Pasir. The period 1955 to 1965 was also a dramatic era for Singapore. As the country struggled towards nationhood, the social and political events of this time and their effects are seen through the eyes of the common folk. <br/><br/>This collection of delightful, real life short stories will take you through Singapore&rsquo;s history and heritage at a human level. For some, it will be a journey of discovery and for others, a time of reminiscing about those nostalgic years.<br/><br/>Winner of the Singapore Literature Prize for English non-fiction&mdash;an essential and vibrant read on what kampong living in Singapore was like.</p>

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