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Down Memory Lane in Clogs
Down Memory Lane in Clogs
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Si Jing
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His blackened feet were putrefied and cracked, exposing the bones beneath. Maggots were wriggling on his rotting flesh, while a swarm of flies sucked at the pus and blood.
This was an everyday sight for a little girl, who grew up during the Japanese Occupation and in the post-war years in Chinatown. Yet amid the horror, Singaporeans found their own ways to make life bearable in those difficult times.
Each piece of work is a vivid snapshot of the past: the flamboyant fashion of clogs, the swarms of shoeshine boys and porno-magazine vendors hassling diners at People's Park Market, screaming match between neighbors over the use of taps, and the nightmare of giving birth in the 1950's style maternity wards.
This was an everyday sight for a little girl, who grew up during the Japanese Occupation and in the post-war years in Chinatown. Yet amid the horror, Singaporeans found their own ways to make life bearable in those difficult times.
Each piece of work is a vivid snapshot of the past: the flamboyant fashion of clogs, the swarms of shoeshine boys and porno-magazine vendors hassling diners at People's Park Market, screaming match between neighbors over the use of taps, and the nightmare of giving birth in the 1950's style maternity wards.
Details of Book
ISBN13: 9789812291745
ISBN10: 9812291741
Language: English
Publisher: Asiapac
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Publication Year: 2002
Format: Paperback
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One Line Summary
A vivid depiction of resilience in wartime Singapore.
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Who is this book for?
Down Memory Lane in Clogs offers a raw yet captivating glimpse into Singapore's past through the eyes of a young girl. Its unflinching portrayal of life during the Japanese Occupation and afterward is both heartbreaking and inspiring, making it a compelling read for those interested in history and human resilience.