Discover 'From World City to the World in One City', a profound exploration authored by Tim Bunnell, diving deep into the heart of Liverpool's changing geographies. Published by John Wiley & Sons in 2016, this essential read unfolds narratives surrounding the lives of Malay seamen who shaped the city's rich cultural tapestry during its final years as a major imperial port. Perfect for those interested in urban studies, globalization, and transnationalism, this engaging book spans 304 pages filled with captivating life histories and memories from the iconic Malay Club in Liverpool, which hosted gatherings until its closure in 2007. This book offers invaluable insights into historical connections that have long been overlooked in geographical studies of multi-ethnic Britain. 'From World City to the World in One City' illuminates the profound social ties maintained by Liverpool’s Malay community with Southeast Asia, long before globalization was a recognized concept. Embrace an academic journey that enhances your understanding of Liverpool’s dynamic past and its multicultural interactions. Order now, and benefit from free shipping on this brand new title. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note: Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781118827734
Year: 2016
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 304


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Tim Bunnell's book featured in the movie Pulang - the author has recently spoken in several interviews and programmes about how his fascination with the tales of Malay seamen in the UK led to writing this volume: #Showbiz: Sailing into a sea of heartwarming tales | New ...Coming home at last - thesundaily.myhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiFWYHLz5okFrom World City to the World in One City examines changing geographies of Liverpool through and across the lives of Malay seamen who arrived in the city during its final years as a major imperial port.


Draws upon life histories and memories of people who met at the Malay Club in Liverpool until its closure in 2007, to examine changing urban sites and landscapes as well as the city™s historically shifting constitutive connections

In considering the historical presence of Malay seamen in Liverpool, draws attention to a group which has previously received only passing mention in historical and geographical studies of both that city, and of multi-ethnic Britain more widely

Demonstrates that Liverpool-based Malay men sustained social connections with Southeast Asia long before scholars began to use terms such as ˜globalization™ or ˜transnationalism™

Based on a diverse range of empirical data,