Hugh Charles Clifford Books

A British author deeply immersed himself in Malay culture and language during his twenty years of service in the Straits Settlements. He explored the tension between admiration for traditional indigenous cultures and the inevitability of their transformation due to the colonial project he served. His prose often delves into these complex cultural interactions while maintaining the unique perspective of a colonial administrator. This author's works offer a fascinating glimpse into a world on the brink of change.