SKU: 65043501553

From Third World To First: Singapore And The Asian Economic Boom

Sale price$59.40 Regular price$66.00
Save 10%

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 12 - Jul 17

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

From Third World To First: Singapore And The Asian Economic BoomFrom Third World To First: Singapore And The Asian Economic Boom Few gave tiny Singapore much chance of survival when it was granted independence in 1965. How is it, then, that today the former British colonial trading post is a thriving Asian metropolis with not only the world's number one airline, best airport, and busiest port of trade, but also the world's fourth highest per capita real income? The story of that transformation is told here by

From Third World To First: Singapore And The Asian Economic Boom

Few gave tiny Singapore much chance of survival when it was granted independence in 1965. How is it, then, that today the former British colonial trading post is a thriving Asian metropolis with not only the world's number one airline, best airport, and busiest port of trade, but also the world's fourth-highest per capita real income? The story of that transformation is told here by Singapore's charismatic, controversial founding father, Lee Kuan Yew. Rising from a legacy of divisive colonialism, the devastation of the Second World War, and general poverty and disorder following the withdrawal of foreign forces, Singapore now is hailed as a city of the future. This miraculous history is dramatically recounted by the man who not only lived through it all but who fearlessly forged ahead and brought about most of these changes. Mr. Lee is one of the most respected political figures in the world today ('Time' and 'Newsweek' regularly profile his socio-economic strategies and his regime), and recognition of his name among academic, political, historical and sociological circles is guaranteed. This volume also features a foreword from Dr. Henry Kissinger.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Author:Lee Kuan Yew - Ли Куан Ю

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Language:English

Publication Date:2011

Number of pages:768 pst

Format:Paperback

Width:152 mm / 6'

Height:229 mm / 9'

Weight:771 g

ISBN:9780060957513

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 65043501553

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.6 ★★★★★
Based on 2273 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
A
Verified Purchase
andrea
New York, US
★★★★★ 4
Good purchase
Still early days of use to share the results but got the soap as scheduled and it leaves my skin soft, it soothes the itching from the psoriasis and eczema the soap doesent Sud like other soaps but does leave your skin feeling soft and refreshing.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2025
C
Verified Purchase
CJ Mc
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 5
Worth a try
Fast Delivery as described. I'm on my 3rd round of antibiotics for a skin rash due to a allergy to a medication. The soap and a microbial spray is helping with the itching and we expect it to continue. The redness is turning pink and is getting better. I like that it has natural ingredients. I think it works with in con. It's worth a try.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2026
L
Verified Purchase
Linda Myers
Los Angeles, US
★★★★★ 5
Very good product and I will buy it again.
I love this soap. I have contact dermatitis and have skin issues, I get little blisters that itch like crazy and if scratched turn into little sores. This soap is helping to clear up these sores and I do not itch at all. The lather is great and my skin does not feel dried out at all.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2026
S
Verified Purchase
Stephanie Laing
Natrona Heights, US
★★★★★ 5
Gentle and effective
After using for 24 hours, my hands are no longer dry and chapped from the eczema. The soap has a pleasant smell and leaves my hands very soft. It also leaves a pleasant smell in the room it's in.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2026
M
Verified Purchase
Michelle
Cuba, US
★★★★★ 5
Leaves heavy white cast!
Not a fan. Leaves a very heavy white cast and is non returnable.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2026

recommand products