The Baba of Melaka McBride James and dozens of photos and

and dozens of photos and sketches

both living under the shadow of disappearances

He has contributed essays and short stories to publications such as the Guardian

Publisher: Arcturus Illustrated Reference Library

The Baba of Melaka McBride James and dozens of photos andBased on a long term ethnographic study, the new edition of this book provides a comprehensive description of Baba culture and identity in Melaka, Malaysia. Tan Chee Bengs landmark study analyses the term Baba, the development of Baba society, their distribution in Melaka and overt features of identity, the Baba Malay dialect, customs and religion, kinship and social interactions all of which tie in to changes in Baba identity. By discussing cultural