Gan, Rose
Emporium (Penang Chronicles)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781915310088
- author:
- Gan, Rose
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Monsoon Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 496
- Dimensions:
- 3.5 x 19.9 x 19.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Set against the backdrop of 18th-century Penang's rapid transformation into a thriving port, Emporium tells the story of Captain Francis Light and his wife Martinha as they navigate the challenges of colonial life. As the island faces threats from both European powers and natural disasters, the couple must confront the complexities of prejudice and corruption.
Volume III in The Penang Chronicles series, this novel explores the early days of the British settlement on the island and the struggles faced by its founders. With its rich historical context and engaging narrative, Emporium offers a compelling glimpse into a pivotal moment in Southeast Asian history.
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