About This Book
From Third World to First (2000) details the improbable story of how a tiny, resource-poor island was transformed into a global economic powerhouse within a single generation. You will discover the unsentimental and pragmatic strategies used to forge a nation out of a divided populace. It is an inside account of the tough, often controversial, decisions required to navigate a perilous world and secure a future for a nation that few believed would survive.
Who Should Read This?
- Students of political leadership and nation-building
- Anyone curious about Asia’s economic development and growth models
- Leaders seeking lessons in long-term strategic planning and governance
About the Author
Lee Kuan Yew was the first prime minister of Singapore, governing for three decades from 1959 to 1990. After stepping down, he remained influential in the cabinet as a senior minister. This work is the second volume of his memoirs, following his earlier account, The Singapore Story.
