My Johor Stories by Peggy Loh
My Johor Stories by Peggy Loh
Peggy Loh started the first book of "My Johor Stories" titled "My Johor Stories: True Tales, Real People, Rich Heritage" on July 15, 2017. This book records valuable memories of Johor's growth since its independence. Peggy Loh's father loved photography, so he collected a large number of old photos, which allowed Peggy Loh to share Johor's historical stories more vividly, and for readers to go back in time with the author and explore the once familiar Johor state.
"My Johor Stories: True Tales, Real People, Rich Heritage" reached the top of the MPH non-fiction bestseller list in its first week of release and remained on the list for several months. By the end of 2017, this title was listed as one of the best MPHs of 2017.
In December 2018, the second book of "My Johor Stories" titled "My Johor Stories 2: Interesting Places and Inspirational People" was published. This book is characterized by stories of inspiring people and heritage trades.
- Showing how her family is connected to Johor's pioneer Wong Ah Fook..
- Honoring the characters whose lives and achievements inspire others.
- Highlighting certain traditional trades, most of which are sunset trades.
The final book of "My Johor Stories" published in 2022, "My Johor Stories 3: Proudly Johor,Then and Now." The author uses a narrative style to share more memories interwoven with Johor historical moments.
1. Honoring those brave individuals who took bold steps to establish brands that span the country, and some even exported overseas.
- The JARO Story
- From Seed to Cup: My Liberica Specialty Coffee
- Tradition Lives On at Sedap Corner
- The Art of the 24 Festival Drums
- The KPJ Healthcare Group
- The Making of IMSHA
- Co-working Spaces by Infinity8
- Award-winning High-Pole Lion Dances
2. Providing new insights into the history, culture, and heritage of Johor state.
- A Rich Heritage in Road Names
- Sultanah Fatimah of Johor
- Timeless Elegance of Baju Melayu Telok Belanga
- Legacy of the Japanese in Johor
- The First ICU in Johor Baru General Hospital
- The Johor Baru Toddy Shop
- The Johor Baru Convent School
- A Peek Inside the Johor Baru Jail
- Once Upon a Time in Johor
3. A better appreciation of our family ties and roots.
- Growing Up in Grandfather’s House
- Badminton Glory Days
- Johor’s Mejar Cina
- The Legacy of the New Villages
- Unity Through Lat Cartoons
- Tribute to the Johor Society for the Performing Arts
- Glimpses of Old Johor
- Epilogue: Journey to My Johor Stories
The "My Johor Stories" trilogy is a series of books that tells the story of Johor's history from the past to the present. The contents of the book are very interesting. The author uses pictures and vivid sentences to allow readers to immerse themselves in the story of Johor, it is definitely a book not to be missed.
On January 14, 2023, the author will be meeting with everyone at Amari Johor Bahru and sharing the contents of "My Johor Story." For those interested in the history and culture of Johor, please check out the following link to learn more!
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