In most Indian towns, we have "sthala puraaNam", the lore of the place. Usually, tied to local Gods, Kings, and some odd peasant woman who challenged them. I loved learning about it, as a child whenever I went to a new place. While I love history, it invariably makes me sad, for two reasons: one is that inevitable death and decline. And, we are used to the humane, progressive conditions of the current day; any past history is full of blood and atrocities. The golden age is now (actually may be 1990s).
Thanks for the letter from across the oceans. Is there a "Sarum" like book that provides the view of Singapore throughout the history? Please let me know. Would love to read it.
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In most Indian towns, we have "sthala puraaNam", the lore of the place. Usually, tied to local Gods, Kings, and some odd peasant woman who challenged them. I loved learning about it, as a child whenever I went to a new place. While I love history, it invariably makes me sad, for two reasons: one is that inevitable death and decline. And, we are used to the humane, progressive conditions of the current day; any past history is full of blood and atrocities. The golden age is now (actually may be 1990s).
Thanks for the letter from across the oceans. Is there a "Sarum" like book that provides the view of Singapore throughout the history? Please let me know. Would love to read it.
You have created a thirst in me to find historical facts in my travels! Thx for the book suggestions too kal!