From Kuala To Tanjung: Memoirs Of A Malay Educationist

From Kuala To Tanjung: Memoirs Of A Malay Educationist

Author: Mohd Nor Long
Publisher: Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789834957087
Pages: 328 p
Weight: 460 g
Year: 2026
Price: RM55

In "From Kuala to Tanjung: Memoirs of a Malay Educationist," Mohd Nor Long traces his life story in an educational perspective based on his struggles and experiences during the school period in the Second World war. The memoir takes readers through his journey as a Malay teacher in primary and secondary schools, as well as his roles in various education administrative positions. The memoir offers insights into the life of an educator whose service spanned three significant eras in Malaysia's education history. First, he delves into the challenges faced during the oppression of Malay education under colonial rule. Then, he reflects on the transitional period, which brought a glimmer of hope for the future of education. Finnaly, he explores the post-independence period, where the Malay language (Bahasa Melayu) and education were glorified. He has even illustrated the background of education in Malaysia in the context of ots time. Through Mohd Nor Long's narrative, readers gain a deeper understanding of the evolution of education in Malaysia and its context during various historical periods. The memoir provides both facts and the author's subjective interpretations, offering a richer and more meaningful perspective on the reality of an educator's life.