Place names tell us much about a country -- its history, its landscape,
its people, its aspirations, its self-image, The study of place names
called toponymics unlocks the stories that are in every street name and
landmark. In Singapore, the existence of various races, cultures and
languages, as well as its history of colonization, immigration and
nationalism has given rise to a complex history of place names. But how
did these places get their names? This revised and expanded 4th edition
of the book incorporates additional information, from archival research
as well as interviews that have come to light since the last edition.
Also included are many new entries that have presented themselves as
Singapore's built environment undergoes redevelopment. Expanded by over
100 pages.