Title: Formation of a nation :
Authors: Ros Mahwati Ahmad Zakaria,; Barakat, Heba Nayel,; Adline Abdul Ghani,; Farhani Shamsudin,; Mohd. Faizal Zahari,
Date: 2012
Publisher: Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia,
Physical description: 129 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 27 x 30 cm
Language: English
LC classification: M
Abstract: "A photography exhibition and catalogue featuring 75 black and white photos compiled by the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia in co-operation with National Archives of Malaysia. These photos highlight the history of Malaysia's formation and exemplify the symbolism contained in the Jalur Gemilang - Courage (red), Unity (blue), Royalty (yellow), Sincerity and Integrity (white), Islam (the crescent) and Malaysia's 13 states and Federal Government (the 14-pointed star and stripes). Quotes from all six Malaysian prime ministers, past and present, further enhance the message of patriotism and prosperity."--Back cover.
Notes: "This catalogue is published in conjunction with the exhibition 'Formation of A Nation : a photographic flashback', which was launched at the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia on 29 August 2012"--Title page verso. Quotes from the Malaysian prime ministers are in English and Malay parallel text.
Subject headings (LCSH): Flags--Malaysia--Exhibitions.; Independence Day (Malaysia)--Exhibitions.; Malaysia--History--Exhibitions.; Malaysia--History--Pictorial works.; Photography--Malaysia--Exhibitions.