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Final Notes From a Great Island

Final Notes From a Great Island

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The country's best-selling author is back. After a decade in Singapore, Neil Humphreys has decided to move on to the land Down Under because he really wanted to spend time living among the world's most poisonous snakes and roo poo. But the British writer didn't want to leave the island he fell in love with 10 years ago without taking one final, 'kaypoh' look around the place. Embarking on a farewell tour from his Toa Payoh home, Humphreys vowed to explore Singapore as he did when he first arrived, on foot and unaware, taking in his favourite places, the 'ulu' haunts, the green spots, the clean parts and the dirty bits; the nation's underbelly and its belly dancers. From Sentosa to Sembawang, Choa Chu Kang to Changi, St John's Island to Johor (he got a bit carried away), Humphreys treks, cycles and even hitchhikes his way across this great island, encountering murderous dogs, dead cats, wild crocodiles, mad cyclists, terrifying transvestites, persistent prostitutes and half-naked ice cream vendors. Humphreys' unique tour takes in the glorious countryside of Lim Chu Kang, the serene beaches of Kusu Island, the history of Changi, the pristine public toilets of Raffles Hotel and the mating couples of Mount Faber to prove, once and for all, that there is so much more to Singapore than shopping malls. Honest, insightful and always funny, "Final Notes From a Great Island" is a warm, uplifting tribute to Singapore and everyone should read it.

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ISBN13: 9789812613189
ISBN10: 9812613188
Language: English
Publication Year: 2006
Format: Paperback

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    Humorous exploration of Singapore’s vibrant, hidden corners.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you're curious about Singapore beyond its glossy surface, Humphreys’ witty and heartfelt journey offers an authentic peek into the island's lesser-known spots. His humorous observations and candid encounters make it a delightful read for those who love exploring cultures with a local’s honest eye. It’s more than a travel book; it’s a love letter to Singapore’s complexity and charm.

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