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Distant Archipelagos: Memories Of Malaya-used
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He Dropped Money Bags From Lowflying Biplanes On Remote Rubber Plantations And Tin Mines, Spent Nights In Deep Jungle Longhouses, Aboard Fishing Kelongs Manned By Aboriginals Far Out At Sea, In Mosquitoinfested Swamps Collecting Malarial Parasites And On Beaches Where Giant Leatherback Turtles Came To Lay Their Eggs. He Accompanied Commonwealth Troops Hunting For Terrorists On The Thaimalaysian Border, Flew Reconnaissance Patrols Seeking Guerilla Camps And Escorted Field Marshal Templer On His Return Visit To The Country He Had Liberated From Communist Insurrection.He Met Lady Edwina Mountbatten, Wife Of The Architect Of India'S Independence, Interviewed Actors Orson Welles And Sir Donald Wolfit, And Was Conversing With The French Ambassador When A Ghost Walked Into The Room. He Worked With William Holden, Susannah York And Capucine On A Film In Which Nearly Everyone Ended Up Miscast. He Helped Conceal An Escaped Prisoner In A Hilarious Fake Jailbreak, Trailed The Sultan Of Pahang On A Regal Progress Through Malaysia'S Largest State And Befriended One Of President Soekarno'S Infamous Red Beret Parachutists, Sent On A Sabotage Mission During The Height Of Indonesian Confrontation.Mostly He Loved The Land And Its People, So Much That He Shunned The Cocktail Circuit And The City Life For The Simple Pleasures Of The Kampong And The Open Road, Learning The Language And Feeling His Way Towards What French Author Henry Fauconnier Had Called 'The Soul Of Malaya'. With Distant Archipelagos, Peter Moss Follows Up His Account Of An Angloindian Childhood, In Byebye Blackbird, By Painting A Vivid Portrait Of Another Vanished World.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Distant Archipelagos: Memories of Malaya'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the author's personal experiences in Malaya, capturing the beauty of the land and its people, as well as the complexities of life during a historical period marked by political upheaval.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Distant Archipelagos: Memories of Malaya' is Peter Moss, known for his insightful narratives and exploration of cultural experiences.
- Q: What type of book is 'Distant Archipelagos'? A: 'Distant Archipelagos: Memories of Malaya' is categorized as a memoir, sharing personal stories and reflections from the author's time in Malaya.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book consists of 312 pages, providing a comprehensive look into the author's experiences and observations.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Distant Archipelagos' is listed as a new book, ensuring that readers receive a fresh, unused copy.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Distant Archipelagos' published? A: 'Distant Archipelagos: Memories of Malaya' was published on August 8, 2004.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in history? A: Yes, this memoir provides historical insights into Malaya's past, making it suitable for readers interested in history and personal narratives.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Peter Moss? A: Readers can expect a vivid and engaging writing style from Peter Moss, who paints detailed portraits of his experiences and the cultural landscape of Malaya.
- Q: Are there any notable figures mentioned in the book? A: Yes, the book includes encounters with notable figures such as Lady Edwina Mountbatten and actors like Orson Welles, adding depth to the author's narrative.