A History of Malaya J Kennedy Second Edition

A History of Malaya
J Kennedy
Second Edition
Macmillan Student Editions
Reprinted 1975, printed in Hong Kong


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"A History of Malaya" by J. Kennedy is a concise account of Malayan history, starting with the Malay Kingdom of Malacca in the 15th century and concluding with the themes of 'Merdeka' in the Federation of Malaya and self-governance in Singapore. This book was a standard text for many years and is still considered a good starting point for learning about Malaysian history.
Key aspects of the book include:
Focus on Malacca:
The book uses the rise of Malacca as a starting point due to its significance in the written history of Malaya.
Colonial Influence:
It covers the Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial periods, with the longest period being British colonization.
Political Developments:
It examines the introduction of British rule and the development of the Residential system.
Independence:
The book discusses the achievement of Malayan independence on August 31, 1957, and the formation of Malaysia on September 16, 1963, which included North Borneo, Sarawak, and Singapore.