Bygone Selangor

Bygone Selangor takes readers on a journey through the early history of Selangor during the British colonial era, from the late 19th to the early 20th century. This book vividly portrays the transformation of Selangor—from a land rich in natural resources to a key administrative and economic center in British Malaya. Drawing from colonial records and historical sources, the book explores the development of British administration, the rise of the tin mining industry, the construction of modern infrastructure, and the role of the Sultan and Malay nobility in adapting to changing times. It also delves into the daily lives of the multi-ethnic communities interactions between traders, laborers, and colonial officers, and the socio-economic shifts that shaped Selangor’s identity with a nostalgic yet well-researched narrative, Bygone Selangor brings the past to life, offering valuable insights into the historical forces that shaped the state. A must-read for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in how Selangor evolved from a feudal state into the thriving metropolis it is today.