Singapore Slingshot

In the summer of 2006, author Mark Nickerson was in his midthirties, still fresh-eyed and uncorrupted by life as a foreigner, when he and his wife, Gwen, were granted an opportunity to relocate to Singapore. He felt he was accelerating his career with this move, and, in fact, he had been angling for this opportunity for a long while. It was to be a two-year assignment. In Singapore Slingshot, he presents a collection of essays on living as an expat in Asia for five years, traveling to nineteen countries, and through three job changes. Brutally honest in his opinions, he managed to keep a sense of humor as he often struggled and occasionally succeeded in establishing his life as an expat. Nickerson offers a glimpse beyond what can be taught in books about conducting business in high-growth Asian economies--and beyond what is shown in the often sugarcoated and tourist-centric travel guides. Singapore Slingshot paints a vivid picture of what it's like living and learning on the fly in one of the most dynamic and diverse regions of the world. Funny and poignant, Nickerson's tales of living in Asia are ultimately a reflection of a much vaster internal journey every expat eventually endures. He saw his life change in ways he couldn't have imagined, and the experience gave him a much different view of the world and his place in it.

Whether you want to explore the Gardens by the Bay, hit the beaches of Sentosa Island, or shop on Orchard Road, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Singapore are here to help! Fodor’s In Focus Singapore guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s In Focus Singapore travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 10 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side trips, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “Singapore’s Best Hotel Pools,” “Singapore’s Best Speakeasy Bars,” “Singapore’s Outdoor Activities and Beaches” and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, cuisine, and more SPECIAL FEATURES on “What to Watch and Read Before You Visit” and “What to Eat and Drink in Singapore” LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Sentosa Island, Gardens by the Bay, Raffles Singapore, Marina Bay Sands, Orchard Road, Singapore Botanic Gardens, Chinatown, the CBD, Little India, Kampong Glam, Tion Bahru, hawker centers, and more Planning on visiting Thailand? Check out Fodor’s Essential Thailand: with Cambodia and Laos. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

Understanding Singapore Politics is written to address the dearth of a succinct overview on Singapore politics. This introductory text looks at the factors that shape the island-republic's domestic politics, the key institutions and issues in the city-state, electoral power as well as the political direction Singapore is likely to take in a post-Lee Kuan Yew era. The specific institutions covered for discussion include the mass media, trade unions, civil service and grassroots organisations. The role of civil and civic society, including pressures for democratisation, is also examined. In addition, various new political issues — the importance of race, income equality and migration — and their implications are discussed. Finally, the linkage between Singapore's domestic and foreign policy is analysed. This foundational guide to Singapore politics is recommended for anyone who has an interest or a stake in the island republic. Request Inspection Copy

Thai drug lords, a murderous Colombian drug cartel and the former British secret agent and assassin, Daniel Swann, converge in a bloody battle royale, where six billion dollars is at stake - and the winner takes all.

The Little Red Cliff portrays life in the 1950s and 1960s in Tanah Merah Kechil (Little Red Cliff) in a corner of Bedok District along the eastern coast of Singapore. Author Yeo Hong Eng chronicles the story of his family, the Yeo family, as they struggled to make a living during the lean years after the Japanese Occupation. He describes in detail how his parents developed the land for farming and exploited other available resources, such as sand mining during rainy seasons, until they were forced to leave the land in 1963. He also explains how they processed coconuts into cooking oil and bamboo into food, materials for building trellises, farming accessories, and basic toys. Whether they were working in animal husbandry or in vegetable cultivation, his grandmother and parents used the age-old methods passed down from their parents and grandparents to work with the land and their animals. What's more, they made sure to take time from their work to celebrate important festivals, entertainment, and the joys and sorrows of everyday life. They attended wayangs (street plays), flew kites, and made their own playthings-shuttles, spinners, sling shots, and musical instruments-with whatever raw materials they had on hand. In The Little Red Cliff, Yeo Hong Eng shares a description of family life in Singapore in the mid-twentieth century-its lows and highs, its struggles and joys.

Thirty years from now, the bulk of humanity lives in hyper-connected, automated urban centers around the world. But Michael Quinn and the small rustic community in the Driftless Reservation in the US are living lives apart. Michael was delivered to this off-grid reservation as an infant by a mysterious foreigner known only as Dr Lim. Michael is gnawed by the mystery of his parents’ untimely deaths, and he is compelled to flee when his presence is detected by nefarious governmental actors. Michael’s search for answers takes him to Chicago and then Singapore, where he unearths secrets about his father, Simon Quinn. Simon had, decades earlier, been the subject of ethically dubious brain imaging experiments carried out in Shenzhen, China. The knowledge gained from these experiments would ultimately fall into the hands of a powerful Singapore-based corporation, becoming the foundation of a ubiquitous artificial intelligence infiltrating every corner of the virtual world. As Michael engages the intelligent network, he finds it has now become host to a familiar consciousness.

Imagine escaping a police ambush from a high-rise balcony using a bedsheet in Thailand, being punched by an NHL hockey player in Canada, and getting heartbroken by "the one" in Spain ...all on the same weekend. This compelling read whisks you away to a different country each and every chapter from the comfort of your seat. You'll encounter suspense, adventure, fear, romance, heartbreak, tears, laughs, and learn along the way. The author vividly explains the numerous unconventional true stories from the last 15 years while visiting over 78 countries. You'll pick up ninja travel tips and be motivated to seize opportunities before they pass. This book isn't your typical, monotonous destination guide—it's a treasure map to discover your potential. Pack your bags; we leave tonight. [Non-fiction, Adventure, Thriller, Romance, Travel Memoir, Short Stories, Original Series] - rooftopdiaries.com This fresh new concept of writing journal entries from the rooftops above has captivated both novice and advanced readers. Whether you've traveled extensively or never set a foot outside of the country, this is THE hot new book just in time for summer reading. Take a peek inside and see for yourself! - @BradtheNomad85 - What readers are saying: "This book scored a hat-trick. Humor, suspense, romance... what more could a reader ask for?" -Charlene, pharma sales "Tucker Max meets Anthony Bourdain. What's your craziest story?—the one that you're afraid to tell others. Imagine that kind of dialogue while on a trip on the other side of the planet." -Randy, professional business traveler "Want to travel but don't have the time? If you love traveling, read this book. I'll rephrase- if you WANT to travel, read this book!" -Shelly, stay-at-home Mom "I can't believe that happened! This gringo is loco. One minute he's jumping off a hotel balcony in Thailand, and the other he's picking up hitchhikers in Nicaragua." -Carlos, retired grade school teacher "Creative, inviting, and riveting. When is volume two coming out? I couldn't put this book down; it was so much fun to read!" -Lara, bartender/server "BradtheNomad is a trailblazer. Not only is he fearless in going off the beaten path across the globe, he may have accidentally created a new genre called 'inconceivable non-fiction.'" -Partik, IT consultant "Traveling vicariously through each chapter. It's been an amazing journey to say the least! Love all the details and references. If this book ends up as a movie someday, who's going to play the lead actor?!" -Anna, marketing consultant "About halfway through, you realize there's a deeper message. The ability to motivate someone to be a better person while continuously making them laugh and smile, is a sign of a good writer. Thank you for the less invasive approach to making this world a better place." -Shaun, Uber driver "This book will keep you engaged and wanting to read more. A captivating compilation of short stories that will leave you saying 'What?!' A great guide for travelers or anyone looking to start. You won't be able to put this one down." -Melony, full-time nurse "That Estonia chapter though..." -Kiante, automotive technician "I thought I was reading a fiction novel half the time!" -Cassandra, student -

The Japanese word, Ikigai means 'reason for being'. Think of what you love, what you are good at, what you can be paid for, and what the world needs. When these come together, you get your Ikigai. However, Ikigai can be beyond these four components and doesn't have to include any or all of them. The moments each day where you live fully — engaging in a hobby or pursuit, learning, connecting with people, being useful, choosing empathy over apathy, and being in the present — and the small joys that inhabit those moments make your Ikigai. You can have more than one Ikigai and it can change with time. You already have your Ikigai and just need to discover it!The book unveils the life journeys of 25 teens that left India for the uncharted waters of Singapore in the 1990s and early 2000s. Each story started with engineering and took the person to one's calling — dance, filmmaking, entrepreneurship, mountaineering, philanthropy, research, and even monkhood. Did they find their Ikigai? Uncover the pages to find out!