Jakarta: A History [Paperback]

Susan Abeyasekere (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0195889479 | ISBN-13: 978-0195889475 | Publication Date: December 27, 1990 | Edition: Rev Sub

This first general history of the magnificent city of Jakarta covers four centuries to show that Jakarta's existence has been a constant clash between dream and reality. It traces the rise of this city from its early origins as a company town, through the Japanese occupation to Sukarno's rule and the era of the New Order goverment, showing how political efforts to create the "jewel of the Indonesian archipelago" have recently torn apart the rich and complex web of ethnic immigrant groups.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'this book is clearly a labour of love and the result of many years' painstaking research and field work ... It is lavishly presented with 200 illustrations ... full of good material ... an enjoyable read, full of interesting material' Robert Home, University of East London, Planning Perspectives, Volume 8, Number 1, January 1993 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Norman Edwards, former Associate Professor of Architecture, National University of Singapore. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 344 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; Rev Sub edition (December 27, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0195889479
• ISBN-13: 978-0195889475
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,349,767 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)