Singapore

Filled with glorious full-color paintings and prints, this is a visually stunning exploration of life during Singapore's first century. Featuring an unmatched collection of topographic prints and glorious full-color paintings, this delightful volume takes readers on an intimate and revealing tour of Singapore through its first century of being. Often published diversely in Europe and America in the accounts of scientific voyages, travel books, and in bound folios, these works portray the experiences of 19th century travellers, reflecting their impressions, prejudices, and insights of life in the new colony. Distinguished by exceptional detail, "Singapore Through 19th Century Prints & Paintings" is an intriguing and insightful visual record of Singapore's past.