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Heritage of Indian Sea Navigation
First published in 2002, Heritage of Indian Sea Navigation explores the rich maritime traditions of Indian seamen, offering valuable insights for navigators, historians, and heritage enthusiasts. Based on quarter of a century of research, the book traces centuries-old practices of sailing vessel navigation in the northern and central Indian Ocean, drawing from oral testimonies and rare handwritten manuscripts in regional dialects. Presented in accessible language, the book is divided into two parts: a thematic analysis of Indian seamen’s navigational wisdom and an appendix featuring English translations of excerpts in Kutchi, Malayalam, and Tamil scripts. This essential reference work is ideal for scholars of Indian maritime history, history of Indian navigation, historical geography, geography and South Asian studies.
Maritime Heritage of Southern Peninsular India
First published in 2010, Maritime Heritage of Southern Peninsular India is a comprehensive exploration of the maritime traditions of the Indian Peninsula, South of 14°N. The book examines the region’s enduring cultural connection to the sea since the historic period, delving into maritime skills, techniques, tools, sea voyages, and adventures. It also highlights the deep ties between coastal communities and the sea, reflected in their culture, folklore, daily life, festivals, and sea deities. Based on extensive fieldwork and archival research, this work is an essential resource for scholars of Indian maritime history, history of Indian navigation, historical geography, geography and South Asian studies.
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A Biography of Malaysian Writers
English translation of: Wajah.
Dato Paduka Seri Setia Profesor Dr. Haji Mahmud Saedon bin Awang Othman dalam kenangan
Festschrift in honor of Mahmud Saedon Awang Othman, a Malay academician and former vice-chancellor of Universiti Brunei Darussalam, 1999-2002.
Language, Power, and Ideology in Brunei Darussalam
Contrary to modern theories of developing nations, Brunei Darussalam, which has a very high rate of literacy, is also one of the few countries where the traditional elite retains absolute political power. Professor Gunn's comprehensive study, which assesses the state's efforts to implement national language policies, explores the aspects of the complex relationship between language and power including the oral tradition, the rise of Islamic literacy, print culture and mass literacy, and the electronic media and its effects.
