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On 9 August 2015, Singapore celebrated its 50th year of national
independence, a milestone for the nation as it has overcome major
economic, social, cultural and political challenges in a short
period of time. Whilst this was a celebratory event to acknowledge
the role of the People's Action Party (PAP) government, it was also
marked by national remembrance as founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan
Yew died in March 2015. This book critically reflects on
Singapore's 50 years of independence. Contributors interrogate a
selected range of topics on Singapore's history, culture and
society - including the constitution, education, religion and race
- and thereby facilitate a better understanding of its shared
national past. Central to this book is an examination of how
Singaporeans have learnt to adapt and change through PAP government
policies since independence in 1965. All chapters begin their
histories from that point in time and each contribution focuses
either on an area that has been neglected in Singapore's modern
history or offer new perspectives on the past. Using a
multi-disciplinary approach, it presents an independent and
critical take on Singapore's post-1965 history. A valuable
assessment to students and researchers alike, Singapore:
Negotiating State and Society, 1965-2015 is of interest to
specialists in Southeast Asian history and politics.
Recent years have seen a dramatic upsurge of interest in the
connections between sexualities, space and place. Drawing
established and 'founding' figures of the field together with
emerging authors, this innovative volume offers a broad,
interdisciplinary and international overview of the geographies of
sexualities. Incorporating a discussion of queer geographies,
Geographies of Sexualities engages with cutting edge agendas and
challenges the orthodoxies within geography regarding spatialities
and sexualities. It contains original and previously unpublished
material that spans the often separated areas of theory, practices
and politics. This innovative volume offers a trans-disciplinary
engagement with the spatialities of sexualities, intersecting
discussions of sexualities with issues such as development, race,
gender and other forms of social difference.
On 9 August 2015, Singapore celebrated its 50th year of national
independence, a milestone for the nation as it has overcome major
economic, social, cultural and political challenges in a short
period of time. Whilst this was a celebratory event to acknowledge
the role of the People's Action Party (PAP) government, it was also
marked by national remembrance as founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan
Yew died in March 2015. This book critically reflects on
Singapore's 50 years of independence. Contributors interrogate a
selected range of topics on Singapore's history, culture and
society - including the constitution, education, religion and race
- and thereby facilitate a better understanding of its shared
national past. Central to this book is an examination of how
Singaporeans have learnt to adapt and change through PAP government
policies since independence in 1965. All chapters begin their
histories from that point in time and each contribution focuses
either on an area that has been neglected in Singapore's modern
history or offer new perspectives on the past. Using a
multi-disciplinary approach, it presents an independent and
critical take on Singapore's post-1965 history. A valuable
assessment to students and researchers alike, Singapore:
Negotiating State and Society, 1965-2015 is of interest to
specialists in Southeast Asian history and politics.
The renowned Oxford Chemistry Primers series, which provides
focused introductions to a range of important topics in chemistry,
has been refreshed and updated to suit the needs of today's
students, lecturers, and postgraduate researchers. The rigorous,
yet accessible, treatment of each subject area is ideal for those
wanting a primer in a given topic to prepare them for more advanced
study or research. Moreover, cutting-edge examples and applications
throughout the texts show the relevance of the chemistry being
described to current research and industry. The learning features
provided, including questions at the end of every chapter and
online multiple-choice questions, encourage active learning and
promote understanding. Furthermore, frequent diagrams, margin
notes, further reading, and glossary definitions all help to
enhance a student's understanding of these essential areas of
chemistry. Supramolecular Chemistry provides a concise and
fully-illustrated introduction to one of the fundamental areas of
modern chemical research, the concepts of which are essential to
understanding interactions between molecules. The primer is
supported by online resources and is available for students and
institutions to purchase in a variety of formats. The e-book offers
a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality
tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning
support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks
The trishaw (cycle rickshaw) was introduced in Singapore after the
surrender of the British in 1942. After the end of the war, the
trishaw continued to be a popular mode of transport, as it was
cheap and the service was seen to be personalized. The trishaw
industry was dominated by two Chinese minority dialect groups, and
their ubiquitous presence could be seen as a threat to local
government in the 1940s and 1950s. However, by the time Singapore
achieved independence in 1965, the trishaw was regarded as
backward, and public perception of the trishaw riders also changed.
As the island nation embarked on a program of economic
modernization, the trishaws were increasingly squeezed out. Through
the use of travelogues, government records, trishaw associations'
records, and oral history interviews, this book studies the
personal experiences of those involved in the industry, and the
role local and national governments played in its rise and decline.
Social Care, Service Users and User Involvement provides a
definitive introduction to practical, philosophical and theoretical
issues at the heart of user involvement. This book provides an
accessible account of the latest research findings regarding user
involvement on three levels: the delivery and provision of
services, practice and practitioners, and research and evaluation.
It explores a wide range of service user needs and concerns,
including the latest developments in personalisation and the effect
of the Equality Act 2010. First-hand accounts illustrate the range
of issues and service user needs which could be addressed by
increased involvement within and beyond the social care system. The
book also distinguishes between user views and user involvement,
and addresses their processes outcomes and impact, as well as their
measurement. This book will be a key source of information for care
workers, service managers, policy makers, researchers, service
users and social and health care professionals involved in social
care and support service planning. This topical series examines
areas of particular interest to those in social and community work
and related fields. Each book draws together different aspects of
the subject, highlighting relevant research and drawing out
implications for policy and practice.
Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people often face
unique challenges as they grow older. It is vital that those
providing them with care and support understand their needs, wishes
and experiences. This book demonstrates how biographical approaches
can increase understanding about the distinct perspectives of older
LGBT people, enhancing inclusive care and support. Chapters explore
people's expectations and fears surrounding care and service
provision, the impact of discrimination, and specific issues such
as HIV, dementia and end-of-life care. The importance of
understanding people's whole lives in order to meet their needs is
demonstrated, drawing on the examples of community projects that
provide services and build networks. The voices of older LGBT
people are heard throughout the book through the use of case
examples and original research. This insightful book will be
essential reading for all those supporting or caring for older LGBT
people, as well as students and researchers in the health and
social work fields.
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