| 520 | ## | $aIn *Tan Kah‑kee: The Making of an Overseas Chinese Legend*, Ching‑Fatt Yong offers an in‑depth biography of Tan Kah‑kee (1874–1961), chronicling his rise from immigrant entrepreneur in Singapore and Malaya to a renowned philanthropist, educator, and political leader. The book highlights his establishment of rubber and pineapple enterprises, founding of key schools—including Xiamen University and The Chinese High School in Singapore—and pivotal role in mobilizing financing against Japanese aggression. The revised edition adds new chapters on Tan’s experiences during Mao’s campaigns in China, his leadership style, non‑partisan politics, and enduring “Spirit of Tan Kah‑kee” as a model for community service. |