Lim Kit Siang: Malaysian First, Volume 1: None But The Bold

Author: Kee Thuan Chye
Publisher: Landmark Books
ISBN: 9789811822032
Published In: April 2021
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: Malaysia ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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Lim Kit Siang, doyen of the Democratic Action Party (DAP) is a much misunderstood and little-known man. To some, he is a scourge because his political opponents falsely proclaim him to be anti-Malay and anti-Islam. To his supporters, he is the heroic fighter for democracy and a country for all Malaysians, regardless of race or religion, a visionary who has dedicated his life to pursuing his dream of a multiracial, multilingual and multicultural Malaysia. By and large, however, the public see only the demon, not the man; the icon, not the human being.

Kee Thuan Chye's biography of Lim Kit Siang humanises him. Full of drama, humour and heart - and cheeky asides - it tells the story of the outspoken politician and the private family man. It recounts the battles he has lost and won, the betrayals he has suffered and the sacrifices he has made, and explores the deep bond he shares with his family, friends and comrades. Above all, it gives insightful understanding of what makes Lim Kit Siang Lim Kit Siang.

Chapter 1 SENSE OF FAMILY 21

Chapter 2 PRECOCIOUS YOUTH 28

Chapter 3 REBELLIOUS ON PRINCIPLE 36

Chapter 4 BOY TO MAN 47

Chapter 5 SINGAPORE STORIES 55

Chapter 6 THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY 62

Chapter 7 BY FORCE OF DESTINY 71

Chapter 8 K.S. PHONE HOME 78

Chapter 9 DARING DARE 89

Chapter 10 A MAN FOR ALL RACES 98

Chapter 11 DAY OF THE UNDERDOG 106

Chapter 12 THE HORROR, THE HORROR 116