Singapore Saga

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Thomas Rowland [Published 1988]. Soft cover, 330 pp. Black and white illustrations. [From back cover] A true story that had to be told. Part One relates the dramatic escape to Australia of three young Swiss sisters during the Japanese Invasion of Singapore. It traces the gradual but complete adaptation to the Australian way of life by the youngest sister, Annelies, who today resides in Sydney. Part two is the tragic story of their parents, Mr. Arbenz, an architect and the Swiss Consul, with his wife Gritli, remained in Singapore at their respective posts in dedication to the community - this second part is translated from the recently discovered original diaries of Rudolf Arbenz.