State-led Modernization and the New Middle Class in Malaysia
| Author | : A. Embong |
| Publisher | : Springer |
| Total Pages | : 270 |
| Release | : 2002-01-02 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781403914286 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1403914281 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (281 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis State-led Modernization and the New Middle Class in Malaysia by : A. Embong
Download or read book State-led Modernization and the New Middle Class in Malaysia written by A. Embong and published by Springer. This book was released on 2002-01-02 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rich in detail and lucidly written, this is the first definitive study of the new middle class in Malaysia. Abdul Rahman Embong examines the emergence and role of the new Malay middle class, particularly with regard to democratization and evolution of civil society in Malaysia. As well as exploring variations within the class across the country, the author also draws comparisons with the Malay working class, and the middle classes of China, India and elsewhere in East Asia.
