Letters and Books of Sir Stamford Raffles and Lady Raffles

The letters of Sir Stamford Raffles in the collection of Tang Holdings in Singapore have been transcribed and annotated by the world's foremost expert on Raffles, Dr John Bastin. The documents include personal letters as well as official communications such as the one describing the founding of Singapore in 1819. Featuring other artefacts of Raffles and Lady Raffles, including books, medals and coins, this volume is an important contribution to the study of Raffles, Singapore and the region. It offers valuable insight into the life and thoughts of the man considered to be the founder of modern Singapore.